Question 1

if i'm lactose intolerant, should i avoid casein protein shakes?

Accepted Answer

Maybe...: There's more to milk than just lactose. Intolerance to milk may include problems with milk proteins or even with processing the fat component of milk.  If your problem resolves with concomittant use of lactase enzyme when eating the same milk products (that cause gas & diarrhea in the absence of lactase) then lactose intolerance is likely. More elegant lactose intolerance testing is available too.

Question 2

how can  whey protein affect a lactose intolerant?

Accepted Answer

Not related: Lactose intolerance is the intolerance to the disaccharide lactose and not related to the protein  whey. You may have lactose intolerance and whet protein sensitivity if you can not tolerate whey protein and lactose containing foods.

Question 3

what is the difference between lactose intolerance and milk protein intolerance? (i'm not talking about the milk protein allergy).

Accepted Answer

Enzyme deficiency : Lactose intolerance is when the body cannot easily digest lactose, which is a sugar found in milk and dairy products.Lactose intolerance occurs when the small intestine does not make enough of an enzyme called lactase. Your body needs lactase to digest lactose.

Milk protein intolerance is an allergy.

Question 4

how 2 distinguish between baby acne, lactose intolerance, milk protein allergy, or soy allergy? i'm pumping + supplementing and don't know rash cause

Accepted Answer

Rashes common: I'm assuming your baby is fairly new 
Rashes need to be seen for correct identification
Most of the food sensitivities have intestinal symptoms 
as well such as gas, irritability. 
rashes in very young infants are common and you should see your doctor for a proper visual ID

Question 5

are those protein shakes healthy?

Accepted Answer

ForTheMostPartYesBut: That's like asking "are those cars safe?" You must check out the details, called ingredients. It also depends on what you'll want to get from the shake. If just protein, then there are whey products, pea products, rice products, dried egg products, etc etc, and combinations. Past the protein are all the vitamins, minerals, herbs, and extracts. It's complicated. For pure protein I prefer egg whites

Question 6

what are the best protein shakes?

Accepted Answer

Truly a matter of: opinion, but those containing whey protein are reportedly absorbed more efficiently by your GI tract and utilized.

Question 7

should i take protein shakes or not?

Accepted Answer

Yes or no.: If you need extra because you lift-yes. If you need protein supplements because you don't eat meat-yes. If older and frail-good for you!

Question 8

will protein shakes made me taller at 20?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Once growth plates have fused, no more vertical height. However, some people do not have complete bone maturation at 20. Most do!

Question 9

i want to gain weights, should i consider protein shakes?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: The key to gaining lean body mass is doing the work in the gym. From a dietary perspective, you need enough calories (but not too much), the appropriate vitamins and minerals, and enough protein to support your bodies attempt to build new muscle. Most people eating a typical western diet have no difficulty getting enough protein. They may need more fruits and veggies.

Question 10

do protein shakes overload liver?

Accepted Answer

No: They may not overload the liver, but they can force the kidney to work a bit harder.   If yyour kidneys are compromised in any way,  you need to reduce the amount of protein you take in.  Humans can only absorb less than 2 grams of protein/kg of body weight at the absolute maximum....The rest is just excess calories.

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If i'm lactose intolerant, should i avoid casein protein shakes?

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What is the difference between lactose intolerance and milk protein intolerance? (i'm not talking about the milk protein allergy).

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How 2 distinguish between baby acne, lactose intolerance, milk protein allergy, or soy allergy? i'm pumping + supplementing and don't know rash cause

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Are those protein shakes healthy?

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I want to gain weights, should i consider protein shakes?

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Do protein shakes overload liver?

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