Muscle growth
In building muscles, choose protein powders that have high biological value (a measure of how much protein your body can absorb and use). Whey protein and whey isolate are the best choices.
Weight Loss
Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) promote muscle growth and weight gain, so whey proteins may not be right for you. Choose a brand with no sugar or dextrin/ maltodextrin (a sweetener made from starch).
Vegetarian or vegan diet
If you are a vegetarian or vegan, do not choose a milk-based protein shake (whey, milk protein, etc.). Instead, use 100% vegetable protein such as soy, peas, and hemp.
Diabetes
Those with diabetes should choose a sugar-free protein shake (do not choose sugar-containing protein powder). It’s also best to look for a shake that is low in carbs (5-15 grams per serving).
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