Protein shakes are very popular with athletes, especially in the post-workout period, as protein is thought to be very beneficial to the repair and build-up of muscle tissue. It is thought, however that protein blends may be on the increase this year, leaving single protein sources behind.
A blend of dairy and soy protein sources is gaining in popularity, as this particular combination is thought to be the best for prolonging amino acid delivery and building up muscle.
New research has been carried out, studying the difference between a single protein source supplement (whey) with a blend of whey, casein and soy. The National Institution of Disability and Rehabilitation Research was behind the study, alongside Solae, and it represented the first time that this particular type of study had been carried out.
The results of the study seemed to indicate that the protein blends were far better at aiding the body’s recovery after exercise, and this has led the sports nutrition sector to believe that these protein blends may become more popular than ever in the months ahead.
Up until now, whey has been thought of as the ‘king’ of protein sources for wellbeing through sports nutrition, so the discovery that blending it with other sources of protein may be even more effective is groundbreaking information for the sports nutrition sector.
There is also a school of thought that feels that this new research into the effects of these protein blends may be useful in a more medical, scientific context as there is a chance that they may be able to aid the wellness of those suffering from muscle wasting diseases.
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