{"id":134072,"date":"2025-08-10T10:05:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-10T10:05:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/134072\/"},"modified":"2025-08-10T10:05:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-10T10:05:13","slug":"best-protein-powders-of-2025-forbes-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/134072\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Protein Powders Of 2025 \u2013 Forbes Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

While often touted by athletes and fitness enthusiasts, many people can benefit from protein powder. \u201cProtein powder supplementation is beneficial for individuals who struggle to meet their daily protein needs through whole foods alone,\u201d says Dr. Antonio. \u201cThis includes athletes, bodybuilders, older adults, individuals recovering from injuries and those following plant-based diets with limited protein sources<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cProtein supplementation can be particularly useful when aiming for muscle gain, weight loss or convenience in a busy lifestyle,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n

Research suggests protein powder supplementation may enhance muscle mass and performance, as well as manage weight.<\/p>\n

\u201c[Protein powder] can improve body composition by enhancing lean muscle mass while promoting fat loss, particularly when paired with resistance training,\u201d notes Dr. Antonio.<\/p>\n

Additionally, research suggests protein powder supplementation may improve aerobic capacity, positively affect metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors and even provide better glycemic control in people with diabetes.<\/p>\n

Does Protein Powder Help With Weight Loss?<\/p>\n

Protein powder may help with weight loss<\/a>, according to research. A 2022 systematic review in the Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome\u00a0that examined the effect of whey protein on weight, body fat, lean body mass, fat-free mass and waist circumference found evidence supporting the use of whey protein to improve body composition, particularly when paired with resistance training and a reduction in calorie consumption.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe macronutrient protein helps support a calorie deficit by helping to keep us full and satisfied between meals,\u201d explains Werner. \u201cProtein also aids in preserving our lean muscle mass while in a deficit, allowing our body to prioritize burning body fat.\u201d<\/p>\n

Indeed,\u00a0a 2020 analysis in Toxicology Reports links high-protein diets to an increase in satiety, or feeling full, and a decrease in body weight and fat mass.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re using protein powder for weight management purposes, Werner recommends opting for whey or casein varieties. \u201cWhey protein is typically lower in carbohydrates and overall calories, making it a great option for those eating in a calorie deficit,\u201d she says. \u201cCasein protein offers a slower release and will help keep you full for longer periods.\u201d<\/p>\n

Protein Powder Side Effects<\/p>\n

Researchers note complications related to protein powder supplements include undigested protein and impaired gut health, which may lead to symptoms like diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, dehydration and decreased appetite.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, protein powders may not be suitable for everyone. \u201cThere are a few groups that may need to avoid protein supplements,\u201d says Werner. \u201cThose with chronic kidney disease should discuss their protein intake with their medical provider. Anyone with severe allergies or intolerances should be diligent about label reading to avoid any potential issues.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"While often touted by athletes and fitness enthusiasts, many people can benefit from protein powder. \u201cProtein powder supplementation…\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":134073,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[210,1182,67,132,68],"class_list":{"0":"post-134072","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-nutrition","8":"tag-health","9":"tag-nutrition","10":"tag-united-states","11":"tag-unitedstates","12":"tag-us"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/115003911237059069","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/134072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=134072"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/134072\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/134073"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=134072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=134072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=134072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}