Energy bars can be a great mini-meal replacement or snack, especially if you need a source of quality energy as part of a balanced nutrition program. But which should you choose—a high-protein bar or a high-carb one? Finding the brands and manufacturers that only use quality ingredients can be difficult, and learning which type of bar best suits your lifestyle and fitness goals is a necessary first step. After all, you don’t want to wind up with what amounts to a glorified candy bar. Read the rest of this entry »

Cutting back on carbohydrates can make dieting and losing weight easier. Combine it with a quality protein source, and the plan can provide multiple benefits for any active person. Low-carb diets can help the body convert protein and fat stores into energy, and are most effective for people interested in eliminating excess sugar and calories from their diet. Taking in fewer calories while at the same time receiving optimized nutrition can make it much easier to achieve any weight-loss and muscle-building goals. Read the rest of this entry »

For more than 20 years, Nature’s Best has produced high-quality sports nutrition supplements and has offered consumers real value for their money. The company’s efforts in regard to quality control (including its products’ ingredients, formulas, and packaging) have been the key to its success. Read the rest of this entry »

When you’re trying to lose weight, you face an overwhelming number of choices. Which exercise routine is right for you? Which diet should you follow? Many people have chosen the Atkins diet as a first step toward meeting their weight-loss goals.

A Controversial Choice

Since the Atkins diet encourages large meals of fat-laden, high-calorie foods, the controversy about foods previously considered unhealthy has left many people confused. Attempts to determine whether successful, lasting weight loss is possible with a low-carb diet have had mixed results, but the Atkins diet is still in demand and may be effective lowering weight. Read the rest of this entry »

Despite whey protein’s popularity in the dietary supplement industry, many consumers remain perplexed when it comes to this notable nutrient. Why the confusion? Well, whey protein comes in many different forms. There are whey protein concentrates, whey protein isolates, microfiltered whey, and ion exchange whey protein isolates. All are considered beneficial when it comes to performance enhancement and muscle recovery. However, perhaps none is more scrutinized than the ion exchange variety.

What Is Whey?
Whey protein is a by-product of the cheese-making process. When cheese is formed, whey separates from the milk casein, or curd. Considered one of the most beneficial of all protein sources, whey comprises lactose, fat, minerals, and, of course, protein. Whey protein is purified into various concentrations to reduce or eliminate fat and other by-products. This process of separation and purification allows us to utilize the nutritional diversity of the many different varieties of whey proteins, including ion exchange whey protein isolates.

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Bodybuilders, weight lifters, fitness competitors, and serious athletes know the importance of getting enough protein. Even amateurs who hope to build a little muscle can benefit from some additional protein in their diet. But who has the time—or desire—to eat a steak with every meal? Fortunately, products such as Nature’s Best Zero Carb Isopure make it easy to get all the protein you need.

The Basics
Each serving of Zero Carb Isopure protein powder contains a whopping 50 grams of 100 percent ion exchange whey protein isolate. Its quick absorption makes it the ideal protein powder for post-workout meals. Use the flavored powder to create a protein shake or smoothie, or down a bottle of the ready-to-drink formula.

As the name implies, Zero Carb Isopure products contain no carbohydrates or sugar. They’re sweetened with sucralose rather than aspartame, so those who are sensitive to aspartame can use them, too. And even though they’re made with whey, they’re also lactose-free.

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