The Protein People APC (Active Protein Complex) Whey Soy Protein, Creamy Vanilla, 2-Pound Tub Review
Saturday, January 1, 2011
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)This is a great product. A wonderful source of protein to supplement your diet. Full whey has too much cholesterol, which makes it much less healthy. This product combines whey with soy to keep the cholesterol content down while maintaining the protein content.
Good product and tastes great in yogurt, smoothies, and baked goods.
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Product Description:
Tutti Fruitti Smoothie
1 ScoopAPC 100% Whey Vanilla
1Small/Medium Banana
3 Large Strawberries
1/4 cups Blueberries
1/2 cups Skim Milk
1/2 cups Yogurt
1/2 cups Ice Cubes
Chocolate Mocha Smoothie
1 Scoop APC 100% Whey Chocolate
1 tsp. Dutch Cocoa Powder
2 tsp. Coffee
1/2 cups Skim Milk
4 Ice Cubes
2 grams Splenda (2 packets)
Banana Split Smoothie
1 ScoopTime Release Protein Vanilla
1/2 Small/Medium Banana
2 Large Strawberries
1/4 cups Crushed Pineapple, Canned
1 cup Skim Milk
3 Ice Cubes
2 grams Splenda (2 packets)
Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
1 scoopAPC Time Release Protein Chocolate
1 tbsp. Peanut Butter
1 cup Skim Milk
1 gramSplenda (1 packet)
Hot or Cold Chocolate Milk
1 ScoopAPC Soy/Whey Chocolate
1 oz. Cream
7 oz. Water
Tropical Blast Smoothie
1 ScoopAPC Soy/Whey Vanilla
1/2 cups Orange Juice, Low Pulp
1/2 cups Crushed Pineapple, Canned
3 Ice Cubes
1 gramSplenda (1 packet) Protein is one of the three "macronutrients" in the human diet. (The other two are fats and carbohydrates.) One major point of difference that sets proteins apart from the other macronutrients is that our bodies cannot completely synthesize proteins. In other words, we need to get proteins from our diet. Proteins are responsible for a long list and wide variety of essential functions in our bodies including the growth and maintenance of muscle, bones, cartilage, hair, skin, and nails. Proteins are also needed to make certain enzymes, hormones and blood. Proteins also help enhance immune function.
One exciting benefit of dietary protein is that it increases feelings of fullness (satiety) when compared to equal amounts of carbohydrates and fats. The result is that we can eat fewer calories from protein and feel just as satisfied as we would from eating greater amounts of carbohydrates. Protein is a natural appetite suppressant!
The Soy Health Claim
In October 1999, FDA approved a health claim that can be used on labels of soy-based foods to tout their heart-healthy benefits. The agency reviewed research from 27 studies that showed soy protein's value in lowering levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or "Bad" cholesterol).
Food markets can now use the following claim, or a reasonable variation, on their products:
"Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. One serving of APC Whey/Soy Protein provides 6.25 grams of soy protein (APC Whey/Soy Protein contains a total of 25 grams of protein per serving coming from the combination of Whey/Soy Protein)"
To qualify for the claim foods must contain per serving:
- 6.25 grams of soy protein
- Low fat (less than 3 grams)
- Law saturated fat (less than 1 gram)
- Low cholesterol (less than 20 milligrams)
- Sodium value of less than 480 milligrams for individual foods, less than 720 milligrams if considered a main dish, and less than 960 milligrams if considered a meal.
Whey protein is a natural mixture of smaller proteins that are derived from dairy milk. APC Whey Protein contains high amounts of essential amino acids that our bodies need every day!
Because of APC Whey Protein's excellent and immediate absorption, these amino acids get into the bloodstream rapidly. Whey protein is rapidly absorbed and for that reason is effective at stimulating muscle protein synthesis (muscle growth) during periods of recovery immediately following exercise.
Time Release Proteins
As mentioned, Whey Protein is absorbed very rapidly. Rapid absorption has its benefits as fast absorption is ideal in the morning, immediately following exercise, etc. However, there are times when a slower, more sustained absorption of protein is beneficial. If and when there is gang to be a long gap between meals or between snacks, time release proteins can be utilized to fuel your body during this time. APC Time Release Protein is a perfect example of a protein product that can help you accomplish this goal. APC Time Release Protein utilizes a unique and precise combination of five different proteins, all with different absorption profiles. This precise combination provides a full spectrum of fast absorbing, medium absorbing and slow absorbing proteins to combine a sustained release for several hours.
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Bob's Red Mill Soy Protein Powder, 28-Ounce Packages (Pack of 4) Review
Thursday, November 25, 2010
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)Bob's Red Mill Soy Protein Powder is a low-cost, versatile source of protein.It has negligible fat and no cholesterol, has a neutral taste and odor, and mixes well with the foods with which I have tried it.I have been using it more or less daily for approximately 1 month.
At breakfast I mix 2 tablespoons with 1-1/2 cups of milk, 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast and 1 tablespoon of blackstrap molasses.The mixture is highly nutritious and tastes surprisingly good.
I also add 2-4 tablespoons of it to approximately 2 quarts of mixed fresh and frozen veggies that I steam for lunch most days.The protein powder takes on the taste of the veggies.
Down the road I anticipate that I will add it to beans and vegetarian chili to give additional protein to these foods also.
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Product Description:
Bob's Red Mill Soy Protein Powder is over 75% protein from soybeans. It has very little flavor, disperses readily in liquid, and is highly digestible, so you can easily add to foods and drinks for a nutritional boost! One serving offers 11 mg of soy isoflavones.Bob's Red Mill products labeled Gluten Free are batch tested in our quality control laboratory. We use an Elisa Gluten Assay test to determine if a product is gluten free. All natural.
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DESIGNER WHEY Aria Women's Protein Supplement, Vanilla, 12-Ounce Canister (Pack of 2) Review
Friday, November 12, 2010
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)I've been using Aria as my protein drink breakfast for the past couple of summers. It's especially good with strawberries and a 1/2 banana blended with ice. Try it, too, with cocoa powder, a bit of banana, and some instant coffee or finely ground coffee beans, again blended with ice.
It's pretty darn good.
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Aria women's protein is research proven to have a low glycemic Iidex (GI) rating which won't wreck havoc on your blood sugar. Delicious and 99% lactose free
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Nature's Plus - Energy The Original, 1.7 lb powder Review
Thursday, November 11, 2010
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)I have been using this Nature's Plus ENERGY mix for years.I do not tolerate whey protein very well and this is low in calories, zero fat, and added nutrients, enzymes and herbs.All that and it has a neutral flavor!I make with natural pineapple, apple or grape juice, and a mixture of fruit.The result is a wonderful NATURAL tasting shake.The only downside is because its soy and not whey, you will need to use a blender.
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Product Description:
Nature's Plus - Energy - 15 oz
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Bob's Red Mill Isolated Soy Protein Powder, 14-Ounce Packages (Pack of 4) Review
Thursday, November 4, 2010
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)I bought this mostly for use in breakfast smoothies.The first time using it, I added 3 tablespoons to a mixed berry smoothie (smoothie recipe on the bag calls for 3 TBS), and it was awful.It left a terrible after-taste that lingered for hours.Maybe it's better with bananas and apples, as in the recipe on the bag, than berries.Next time, I added only 1 TBS and it tasted fine and then increased to 2 TBS, which works too.It's a good additive to homemade breads. I've put the remaining 3 bags of the 4-pack in the freezer because it'll take a while to use it all.I like that it's free of artificial additives that so many protein powders have.Acceptable product, good price.
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Product Description:
Bob's Red Mill Soy Protein Powder is over 75% protein from soybeans. It has very little flavor, disperses readily in liquid, and is highly digestible, so you can easily add it to food and drinks for a nutritional boost! One serving offers 11 mg of soy isoflavones. Gluten free. Bob's Red Mill is the most unique flour mill in the Northwest. We use century old stone grinding equipment to freshly mill whole grin products. Delight your family with whole grain goodness! All natural.
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Optimum Nutrition 100% Soy Protein, Dutch Chocolate, 2.08lbs-Ounce Tubs (Pack of 2) Review
Monday, November 1, 2010
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)I have to admit that the other three whey versions of protein shakes from ON I've tried taste better.Not to say this tastes horrible or anything.I switched over to the soy version myself because the whey version bothered me a bit, which this kind doesn't seem to do.Tastes meh when mixed in water, and loads better when I mix it with straight up soy milk.I'd be interested to see if the vanilla version tastes much better than the chocolate.
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Optimum Nutrition Soy Protein provides 25 grams of protein per serving. Suitable for low-carb diets, this Dutch chocolate flavored powder formula is also vegetarian friendly, cholesterol free, and low fat. This formula is made with Identity Preserved/non-
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The Protein People APC (Active Protein Complex) Whey/Soy Protein, Creamy Vanilla, 5-Pound Tub Review
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
by Larry Selden
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(More customer reviews)Good taste, very easy to mix in water or milk and of course, good price.
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Product Description:
Tutti Fruitti Smoothie
1 Scoop APC 100% Whey Vanilla
1 Small/Medium Banana
3 Large Strawberries
1/4 cups Blueberries
1/2 cups Skim Milk
1/2 cups Yogurt
1/2 cups Ice Cubes
Chocolate Mocha Smoothie
1 Scoop APC 100% Whey Chocolate
1 tsp. Dutch Cocoa Powder
2 tsp. Coffee
1/2 cups Skim Milk
4 Ice Cubes
2 grams Splenda (2 packets)
Banana Split Smoothie
1 Scoop Time Release Protein Vanilla
1/2 Small/Medium Banana
2 Large Strawberries
1/4 cups Crushed Pineapple, Canned
1 cup Skim Milk
3 Ice Cubes
2 grams Splenda (2 packets)
Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
1 scoop APC Time Release Protein Chocolate
1 tbsp. Peanut Butter
1 cup Skim Milk
1 gram Splenda (1 packet)
Hot or Cold Chocolate Milk
1 Scoop APC Soy/Whey Chocolate
1 oz. Cream
7 oz. Water
Tropical Blast Smoothie
1 Scoop APC Soy/Whey Vanilla
1/2 cups Orange Juice, Low Pulp
1/2 cups Crushed Pineapple, Canned
3 Ice Cubes
1 gram Splenda (1 packet) Protein is one of the three "macronutrients" in the human diet. (The other two are fats and carbohydrates.) One major point of difference that sets proteins apart from the other macronutrients is that our bodies cannot completely synthesize proteins. In other words, we need to get proteins from our diet. Proteins are responsible for a long list and wide variety of essential functions in our bodies including the growth and maintenance of muscle, bones, cartilage, hair, skin, and nails. Proteins are also needed to make certain enzymes, hormones and blood. Proteins also help enhance immune function.
One exciting benefit of dietary protein is that it increases feelings of fullness (satiety) when compared to equal amounts of carbohydrates and fats. The result is that we can eat fewer calories from protein and feel just as satisfied as we would from eating greater amounts of carbohydrates. Protein is a natural appetite suppressant!
The Soy Health Claim
In October 1999, FDA approved a health claim that can be used on labels of soy-based foods to tout their heart-healthy benefits. The agency reviewed research from 27 studies that showed soy protein's value in lowering levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or "Bad" cholesterol).
Food markets can now use the following claim, or a reasonable variation, on their products:
"Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. One serving of APC Whey/Soy Protein provides 6.25 grams of soy protein (APC Whey/Soy Protein contains a total of 25 grams of protein per serving coming from the combination of Whey/Soy Protein)"
To qualify for the claim foods must contain per serving:
- 6.25 grams of soy protein
- Low fat (less than 3 grams)
- Low saturated fat (less than 1 gram)
- Low cholesterol (less than 20 milligrams)
- Sodium value of less than 480 milligrams for individual foods, less than 720 milligrams if considered a main dish, and less than 960 milligrams if considered a meal.
Whey protein is a natural mixture of smaller proteins that are derived from dairy milk. APC Whey Protein contains high amounts of essential amino acids that our bodies need every day!
Because of APC Whey Protein's excellent and immediate absorption, these amino acids get into the bloodstream rapidly. Whey protein is rapidly absorbed and for that reason is effective at stimulating muscle protein synthesis (muscle growth) during periods of recovery immediately following exercise.
Time Release Proteins
As mentioned, Whey Protein is absorbed very rapidly. Rapid absorption has its benefits as fast absorption is ideal in the morning, immediately following exercise, etc. However, there are times when a slower, more sustained absorption of protein is beneficial. If and when there is gang to be a long gap between meals or between snacks, time release proteins can be utilized to fuel your body during this time. APC Time Release Protein is a perfect example of a protein product that can help you accomplish this goal. APC Time Release Protein utilizes a unique and precise combination of five different proteins, all with different absorption profiles. This precise combination provides a full spectrum of fast absorbing, medium absorbing and slow absorbing proteins to combine a sustained release for several hours.
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