787: Is Processed Protein Actually Bad For You? (The Truth About Whey, Protein Bars & Deli Meat)

➢ Get our free recipe guide- https://colossusfitness.lpages.co/52-high-protein-recipes/➢ Get our suggested foods list by messaging me "Food list" on IG @ColossusFit➢  Follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/colossusfit/?hl=enFirst we need to define what processed protein isLevel 1 (Minimally processed):-Why isolate, greek yogurt, pasteurized egg whitesLevel 2 (processed):-fridge Protein bars, flavored yogurts, deli meatWhey isolate isn’t that proccessed:* Is derived directly from a whole food (milk)* Undergoes mechanical filtration* Has no structural change to amino acid sequence* Usually contains very few ingredients (often just whey + lecithin)Compare that to:* Protein bars with 25+ ingredients* Deli meat with nitrites, phosphates, preservatives* Ultra-processed foods with emulsifiers, stabilizers, flavor enhancersWhey isolate is closer to:* Greek yogurt (strained milk)* Egg whites (separated egg protein)* Tofu (coagulated soy protein)It’s concentration — not synthetic reconstruction.What is the concern with processed?* Research showing data of ultra processed food correlating with higher-all cause mortality.* Not protein specific, more high in refined carbs, seed oils and sugars* Low in micronutrients but high in total calories* Bloating from sugar alcohols or lactose (but this is an digestive comfort issue)Processed protein has eben studied rigorously and science has shown* No increase of increased mortality* Safe for your kidneysIn general I argue any processing negatives (if any) are outweighed by the benefits of a high protein diet.Food quality does matter but what matters the most is* Total calorie control* Adequate protein intake* Fiber intake* Micronutrient diversity* Limiting ultra-processed food dominance“Processed protein isn’t the villain.Under-eating protein, overeating calories, and lacking muscle mass are.”Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/