Lecture on Carlyle Nutritionals Protein Powder

Overview

• Presenter discusses a protein powder by Carlyle Nutritionals.
• States no sponsorship or affiliate links involved.
• Claims it's the best protein powder tried over the years.

Key Features of Protein Powder

• Ingredients: Only two ingredients: grass-fed whey protein and an emulsifier.
• Whey Protein:
  • Grass-fed, high bioavailability.
  • Sourced from New Zealand pastures.
  • Free from hormones, soy, gluten, sugar, wheat, artificial colors, sweeteners, and preservatives.
  • Unflavored version available.
• Protein Content:
  • 33 grams of protein per 44 gram scoop (WPC 75).
  • Contains branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs): 7.5 grams out of 33 grams.
  • Transparent amino acid profile provided.
• Mixability & Taste:
  • Mixes smoothly without clumps.
  • Taste is non-existent, mixes well with whole milk.

Analysis

• Pros:
  • Highest bioavailability of protein.
  • Clean ingredient list.
  • Transparent labeling with amino acid profile.
  • GMP certified.
• Cons:
  • Contains sunflower lecithin as an emulsifier (concerns over unsaturated fatty acids).
  • Relatively expensive ($85 per tub).
• Recommendations:
  • Prefers real food over supplements but acknowledges usefulness when traveling.
  • Suitable when access to real food is limited.

Conclusion

• Presenter states that real food is always preferable.
• Encourages audience to share experiences with cleaner proteins.
• Views supplements as a secondary option when needed.