The Desired And Undesired Effects Of Using Whey Protein
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Whey protein is extracted from milk and although only 20% of milk is whey, it is an effective supplement for weight loss and muscle gain. The rest of milks protein is called casein and in order to separate the two, the milk must be subjected to a series of purification processes.
Whey protein, if its pure, will be free of most of the causes of milk allergies, as most of these are contained in the casein that is extracted during the purification process. Whey protein therefore can be a good dietary option for people with these kinds of allergies, however whey isn’t necessarily suitable for people who are completely lactose intolerant.
There is no question that whey protein can help with weight loss and muscle building, but do we need a lot of it? What happens if you have too much? Some doctors have been known to advise caution to people using whey protein as if too much is consumed it can cause harmful side effects.
One of the most ironic things about these side effects is that your working out practices can result in not being able to work out anymore. Gout is the reason for this and it is one of the most unpleasant side effects that can be brought on by excess protein.
Gout is a result of excess protein in your body that the body cant do anything with so it settles on your joints, muscles and tendons in your legs and feet (usually in your big toes first) as crystals of uric acid that cause joints to be stiff, brittle and painful.
Excess protein can also cause lasting damage to the liver and the kidneys, but as long as you follow any recommended guidelines you can find you should be alright (you do have to take quite a lot for gout to settle in). Different people require different amounts of protein for it to take effect, and the most prominent factor is deciding how much is right for you is your body mass. I would advise having a consultation with your doctor before you start on protein supplements to try and work out an estimate for you on how much to have.
So using whey protein, when all is said and done, is a great method of losing weight and/or gaining muscle. However you should always find out as much as you can about the potential unwanted effects it could have, but when used properly, it can be highly effective.
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