Weight Gain
Aside from aiding in weight loss, whey protein can also be used for weight gain if used properly. For example, there are commercial products known as mass muscle gainers that are a variant of whey protein but with added sugars to help gain weight or mass. Most of these mass gainers’ protein comes from whey, but it also includes blends of different ingredients such as casein, milk protein isolate, different kinds of sugars, and egg white.
For some people, it may be harder to meet a healthy calorie goal for the day as they simply do not have the appetite for it. These types of protein shakes are calorie dense and a big help in weight gain and nutritional deficiencies. In addition, weight gain will be much easier if taken supplementary to meals.
Studies have shown that consuming whey protein has also helped HIV-positive patients to fight weight loss. Whey protein hydrolysate is also commonly prescribed among doctors as infant formula, as its pre-digested state of broken-down peptides makes it a lot easier for the stomach to digest.
