Whey Protein Isolate vs. Whey Protein Concentrate vs. Hydrolysed Whey Protein

Whey protein is an all-time favourite complete protein powder that is derived from milk. It contains all nine essential branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) necessary for building and repairing muscles, making it popular amongst casual fitness enthusiasts, athletes and bodybuilders alike. It is easily absorbed by the body and you can consume it in delicious flavours and in the form of smoothies, in a shaker or through desserts.

Whey protein isolate and whey protein concentrate are two popular forms of whey protein that mainly differ in their processing method and nutritional content. Concentrate contains 70-80% protein, as well as carbohydrates, fat and lactose. Whey protein isolate removes all fat, lactose and non-protein components, resulting in a protein that is almost 90% protein.

Whey protein isolate is considered to be of higher quality due to higher protein content, while concentrate offers better taste (mixing easily in flavours like chocolate, banana caramel or vanilla almond), cost and potential health benefits from other nutrients. Ultimately, while the choice is yours, you might benefit from a product that combines both whey protein isolate and concentrate. OZiva Protein & Herbs for Women combines both resulting in the perfect post and pre-workout product.

Nutrition Meets Taste: Exotic Whey Protein Recipes

High-Protein Low-Calorie Whey Protein Smoothies

• Mix up your OZiva Protein & Herbs with delicious low-calorie smoothies and shakes which you have post or pre workout. For an Apple Pie and Vanilla Shake that provides 32g of Protein and 283 kcals, blend 1 scoop of OZiva Protein & Herbs Vanilla Almond, ½ cubed apple, 2-3 pitted dates, 150 ml skimmed milk, and 2-3 ice cubes and enjoy!
• For a Peanut Butter Green Smoothie, add 1 scoop of OZiva Protein & Herbs Vanilla Almond, 1 tbsp of peanut butter, 4 spinach leaves, ½ banana, 2-3 ice cubes, ¼ tbsp ground cinnamon and 100 ml skimmed milk, blend well and relish in a shaker!

Breakfast or Snack Overnight Oats!

• A super dose of whey protein filled with a nutty surprise! Take 30g of your chosen brand of oats, 150 ml low fat milk, 2-3 pitted dates, and a handful of chopped nuts or almonds and add them to a refrigerator jar. Add 50 ml water to immerse the ingredients, mix well and refrigerate it overnight, and then serve.
• OZiva Protein & Herbs easily dissolves in hot or cold liquids! Add in 1 scoop to your dry ingredients mix for a delicious overnight surprise that makes the perfect energy-boosting breakfast or snack.

Low-Calorie Desserts

• Cheat meal that’s actually super healthy? Bake these quick, delicious, protein-rich low-calorie keto cookies! Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F, and stir 1 cup finely ground almond floor, 2-4 tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips, 2 tbsp jaggery, ¼ tsp salt and ⅛ tsp baking soda together. Top off here with 1 scoop of our whey protein powder.
• Add in 2-3 tsp milk of choice and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract to form a dough. Shape into cookies, place on a cookie tray, and bake on the centre rack of your oven for around 10-12 minutes. Let them cool for an additional ten minutes, and then serve!