If you’re going to mess around with whey, there are some things you need to consider. And recent news makes the topic even more important for those adding supplements to their shakes.

Remember Little Miss Muffet? Nobody ever told us, but she was lactose tolerant. How do we know? Because she was happily eating her “curds and whey.” Those of us not raised in Wisconsin are less likely to be familiar with these two words but they’re both dairy products.

Curds are made by curdling milk with an acidic substance like vinegar or lemon juice. The liquid portion which is drained off is whey. Whey is also a liquid by-product of cheese production. After childhood poems, the most popular exposure to whey is in “Whey protein,” commonly added to shakes by athletes, exercisers, body builders and people trying to gain muscle. It might surprise you to learn that whey is often hiding in our food products, even “non-dairy” items which are processed and prepared.

This is part of what makes trying a dairy-free lifestyle so difficult. To help sort through the nutrition labels, use this comprehensive list of the most common dairy ingredients present in foods. Whey is present in a variety of processed and prepared food products. Whey protein is composed of lactalbumin and lactalglobulin, and is found in both food products and health supplements. Other common forms of whey present in food products are sweet whey, whey powder, whey protein, whey protein concentrate, and whey protein hydrolysate.)

Here’s some great news for active adults. Even if they’re lactose intolerant, athletes, exercisers, body builders and people who want to gain lean muscle can still consume protein by using collagen instead of whey. It can be taken before and after activity: to pre-load before a workout, or to help with recovery after exercise.

Check the label and be sure the collagen protein you are choosing contains NO added whey. Some “newer” collagen proteins, such as AminoRip, contain NO lactose, NO dairy, NO carbs, NO fats, NO sugar, NO high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), NO sorbitol, NO gluten, NO soy, and NO whey.

Here’s another reason to pay attention to your choice of protein supplement. Consumer reports testing found that due to contamination, some “protein shakes” exceeded United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards for exposure to heavy metals when three or more servings were consumed a day. Failing the heavy metal test were some of our most popular protein shakes, including EAS’s Myoplex and Cytosport’s Muscle Milk.

It’s easy to forget that whey protein is a dairy product, and important to remember that collagen is an alternative protein. If a person is, in fact, lactose intolerant, then ingesting whey protein can cause him or her to experience great discomfort with symptoms like abdominal discomfort, belly cramps, diarrhea, nausea, itch or watery eyes, and even possible asthma attacks. The more you consume, the more severe the symptoms would be.

Whey protein doesn’t cause the problem, but because you’re taking large amounts in a shake, symptoms can manifest themselves for the first time in people who generally are capable of handling small amounts of lactose. Lactose intolerance is different than a milk allergy, but people often confuse the two because the symptoms can be identical (bloating, stomach pain). These two conditions are not related, however. It’s the immune system which is reacting to a milk allergy.

Lactose intolerance, on the other hand, is all about the digestive system. Lactose intolerant folk don’t produce enough of the enzyme lactase, which is needed to break down the sugar in milk. Amazingly, it’s estimated that 75% of all people decrease in production of lactase during adulthood. The intolerance really ramps in during childhood, though, particularly for Mexican Americans who jump from 18% at age two to a whopping 47% by age 10. That’s a lot of potential tummy aches.

Non-dairy products may also contain lactose. If you know – or even suspect – that you’re lactose intolerant, then spend some time reading product labels. Any of the following ingredients mean the product has lactose: dry milk solids, nonfat dry milk powder, milk by-products, curds, and whey. It’s also good to know that dairy products which are “fat reduced” or fat free” generally present higher lactose, as do low fat foods, which often incorporate dairy solids.

I think I’ve milked this topic for all it’s worth and now I have a stomach ache. See you again next week.

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13 Responses to “Collagen Great Protein Substitute for Dairy-based Whey”

  1. peggy smollen says:

    Read your article in the news press about protein and after looking on the internet I’m totally confused. Is the liquid protein a supplement? Supplements worry me because I don’t believe they are regulated. Is there another way to get this hydrolyzed protein?
    Thanks

    • admin says:

      Hi, there…. yes supplements are very confusing.

      AminoRip® is new to the “general public”, but it’s not new to me.” This product has been available in hospitals for over 10 years. I have prescribed this protein in countless patients over the years, with amazing results. The safety and efficacy of this formulation has been demonstrated in thousands of patients. AminoRip® is 100% pure protein, with all the essential amino acids, to help build and tone lean tissue. I’ve also utilized this product as part of a nutrition and exercise regiment in hundreds of recreational and casual exercisers and athletes who participate in youth, high school, college, and professional sports. Now it’s available to the general public for all of its wonderful benefits. The one-ounce serving makes it fast and convenient to incorporate into a daily routine. So now you can take advantage of adding AminoRip® to your own diet and exercise plan! http://www.AminoRip.com

      You are correct about supplements NOT being regulated, that is exactly why I am so careful.

      However, AminoRip is tested and approved as a clean product / supplement. It has been tested for ingredients and any potential contamination. AminoRip takes it to the next level ensuring the efficacy and quality for all users.

  2. richard moerner says:

    what are some of the names,products that you would recommend to be purchased with collagen protein in our localstore/s

    • admin says:

      You can find AminoRip at many of the local gyms and at Smoothie King. It packs 15 gm of protein in only a one-ounce, 60-calorie liquid collagen serving.

    • admin says:

      AminoRip… low-cal, pure liquid collagen protein supplement.

      http://www.AminoRip.com

      Thank you for taking the time to write me and read my articles. I have been pleasantly surprised with the response to this particular topic, by far the largest thus far.

      Locally, you can get a liquid, low-calorie collagen-based protein supplement at Smoothie King (Colonial & Fowler or at College & Winkler, both are next to starbucks; Omin Club in Fort Myers; Fitness on the Move in Fort Myers; Around the Clock Fitness in Cape Coral; Fit Camp in Cape Coral; Max’d Out Fitness in Lehigh; Any Time Fitness; Fitness for Life in Bonita Springs; Dr. Gary Pynckel on Colonial Blvd.

      You can also go to http://www.AminoRip.com for more information or for product purchase.

      They all carry a product called AminoRip, which provides 15 grams of protein in only one ounce of liquid (60 calories, no sugar). For many years I prescribed a nearly-identical product in local hospitals, to patients who needed protein in order to heal. Because of the extraordinary results I witnessed in so many areas, and because I couldn’t find anything similar which was available to consumers, I recommended that the product be brought to market for the general public.

      You can also visit http://www.GetFitLee.com, a local health initiate for additional information.

      As far as other collagen products, there are a few on the market, but I cannot speak to their efficacy or quality. AminoRip has been tested and it is pharmaceutical grade. If you do happen to find another low-calorie collagen supplement which is predigested (100% bioavailable) and has no sugars, no carbohydrates, no lactose, no whey, no fats, or no gluten please let me know. I will do my best to review any product and provide feedback.

      Keep in mind the regular, habitual usage is important to see the affects of liquid collagen protein. Harvard Studies have shown that 2 – 1oz servings per day showed significant improvements after 2 weeks, but optimal benefits after 30 days usage.

      If you have time, please let me know what interested you about collagen protein, your age and what your hoping to see as benefits of low-cal liquid collagen protein. And, if there are additional topics you would like to see me write on in the future.

      Thanks for inquiring

    • admin says:

      AminoRip… low-cal, pure liquid collagen protein supplement.

      http://www.AminoRip.com

      Thank you for taking the time to write me and read my articles. I have been pleasantly surprised with the response to this particular topic, by far the largest thus far.

      Locally, you can get a liquid, low-calorie collagen-based protein supplement at Smoothie King (Colonial & Fowler or at College & Winkler, both are next to starbucks; Omin Club in Fort Myers; Fitness on the Move in Fort Myers; Around the Clock Fitness in Cape Coral; Fit Camp in Cape Coral; Max’d Out Fitness in Lehigh; Any Time Fitness; Fitness for Life in Bonita Springs; Dr. Gary Pynckel on Colonial Blvd.

      You can also go to http://www.AminoRip.com for more information or for product purchase.

      They all carry a product called AminoRip, which provides 15 grams of protein in only one ounce of liquid (60 calories, no sugar). For many years I prescribed a nearly-identical product in local hospitals, to patients who needed protein in order to heal. Because of the extraordinary results I witnessed in so many areas, and because I couldn’t find anything similar which was available to consumers, I recommended that the product be brought to market for the general public.

      You can also visit http://www.GetFitLee.com, a local health initiate for additional information.

      As far as other collagen products, there are a few on the market, but I cannot speak to their efficacy or quality. AminoRip has been tested and it is pharmaceutical grade. If you do happen to find another low-calorie collagen supplement which is predigested (100% bioavailable) and has no sugars, no carbohydrates, no lactose, no whey, no fats, or no gluten please let me know. I will do my best to review any product and provide feedback.

      Keep in mind the regular, habitual usage is important to see the affects of liquid collagen protein. Harvard Studies have shown that 2 – 1oz servings per day showed significant improvements after 2 weeks, but optimal benefits after 30 days usage.

      If you have time, please let me know what interested you about collagen protein, your age and what your hoping to see as benefits of low-cal liquid collagen protein. And, if there are additional topics you would like to see me write on in the future.

  3. Weight Loss Tips says:

    Building up your core muscles is very important for strength, posture, and overall health. I have back issues and I focus a lot on core exercises to help take care of my back now…and proper stretching of course.

  4. I’m 65, lean and fit, but getting very saggy skin especially on my arms. I’m anxious to try AminoRip. How much per day should I take?

    • admin says:

      Mary Sue,
      Many customers have experienced a dramatic change in their skin within the first week, while only taking 2 oz per day. I know you’ll be pleased with the results and if you take it before and after exercise, you’ll be building lean muscle at the same time.

    • admin says:

      Mary, take 1-2oz daily… Take one in the am and one pm. I hope this helps…. Good Luck!

  5. i was always conscious about my Diet Calories because i cannot afford to become fat and flabby*-:


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