Whey Isolate versus Grain Fed Meats

[Travis Hall]

Is a pure whey isolate powder (one of the kinds with no sugar or anything added) a healthier source of protein then regular beef and/or chicken?

When eating a lot of beef and chicken there is the problem of all the added hormones and the messed up fat profiles from grain diets. I'm assuming this wouldn't be an issue with the whey because despite coming from the same animal, it is highly refined. Theoretically pure protein?

Thoughts?

[Chris Salvato]

the process to isolate the proteins reduces the absorption rate of whey isolates significantly.

absorption rates of whole foods will always be better.

if the concern is hormones, then the only way to circumvent this is to eat organic meats...

[Travis Hall]

I am not worried about hormones specifically. At least not for the sake of this post. I am simply wondering about the comparison of proteins.

Where I live the prices of regular meats and whey work out to be about the same for equal amounts of protein. I know grass fed meats are better in a variety of ways- also much heftier price tag.

As for Isolates- I was under the impression the whole reason behind the process was to ease absorption?

[Allen Yeh]

From what I recall the bioavailibilty of whey is pretty high.

Absorption rates for isolate are quick, but you can slow that down by adding fats/fiber...etc

I typically buy a whey protein isolate/concentrate mix and typically use it for pre/post workout. I try to use a casein powder for other times but if I don't have any I'll just make sure to add extra fats like coconut milk/nut butters or milled flax seed.

[Sam Brothers]

eat grass fed meat if you can. a local source will help.

[Grissim Connery]

i try to eat real food.
i've never wowed anybody with a dish made with protein powder. eat the meat, learn to cook it well, and surprise a girl with your mad skills. a lot of girls like that