Protein Types

Proteins are essential building blocks of our body, and the variety of different protein types offers various properties and benefits for health, muscle building, and recovery.

Whey Concentrate

✓ By-product of cheese production
✓ up to 80% protein content
✓ around 2-5% fat content
✓ contains lactose
✓ rapid absorption & availability
✓ no long-lasting satiety
✓ ideal for mornings as well as immediately before & after workouts
✓ has anabolic effects
✓ suitable for all athletes

Whey Isolate

✓ Filtrate from whey concentrate
✓ contains around 90% protein
✓ only a little carbs & fat
✓ lactose-free
✓ suitable for calorie-reduced diets

Casein Protein

✓ largest protein component of milk
✓ protein content of about 80-85%
✓ low fat & carb content
✓ contains lactose
✓ slow absorption
✓ has anti-catabolic effects
✓ continuous availability/supply of amino acids
✓ long-lasting satiety due to swelling properties
✓ ideal before going to bed or to bridge between two complete meals

Egg Protein

✓ good bioavailability
✓ high protein content
✓ low fat and carbohydrate content
✓ bitter taste
✓ mostly found in combination products

Soy Protein

✓ cost-effective
✓ complete amino acid profile
✓ high in glutamine
✓ fewer essential amino acids than other protein powders
✓ little to no fat, cholesterol & lactose
✓ suitable for lactose intolerant individuals
✓ absorption speed is similar to that of whey protein powder

Plant-Based Protein

✓ Nuts, rice, hemp, peas…
✓ low fat and carbohydrates
✓ fewer essential amino acids than animal protein powders
✓ suitable for vegans and vegetarians

Multi-Component Protein

✓ mostly a combination of: casein, whey, soy, and egg protein
✓ complete amino acid profile
✓ long-lasting & reliable protein supply
✓ supports maintenance & building of muscle mass