Whey Protein Powder

Whey Protein is a type of protein that is derived from milk. Milk contains two primary types of protein, namely whey protein and casein. Whey protein is a fast digesting protein which is separated from the liquid part of milk (known as whey) and derived into whey protein powder. The fast acting nature of whey protein makes it ideal to be taken post workout. 

Whey Protein contains all 9 essential amino acids. Essential amino acids are those which the body cannot produce by itself and so must be absorbed through diet. Essential amino acids are vital for the body’s ability to build muscle, repair tissue and synthesise hormones.

Our Whey Protein Powder contains 24g of protein per serving.

L-Glutamine

L-Glutamine is a nonessential amino acid that is beneficial for post workout recovery. It is mostly known for its ability to help speed up musclular recovery and reduce muscle soreness after intense exercise. This may help you recover better between workouts, allowing you to train with higher volume and intensity.

L-Glutamine also helps prevent the breakdown of muscle tissues, protecting against the body’s potential to use muscle as an energy source. This protective measure is complemented by its role in cell volumisation. L-Glutamine promotes and maintains cell hydration, which is instrumental for optimising muscle function and recovery. These benefits collectively make L-Glutamine an excellent supplement for post workout recovery.

Plant Protein Powder

Our Plant Protein Powder is a vegan protein powder made up from pea protein isolate, brown rice protein isolate and faba bean protein concentrate.

Most isolated vegan protein powders on their own do not contain the full essential amino acid profile to make them a ‘complete’ protein source. Our unique plant protein powder blend contains pea, brown rice and faba bean proteins, providing the full spectrum of essential amino acids, making it a complete protein source. 

Our Plant Protein Powder delivers 24g of plant based protein per serving, with 3.2g of fibre and just 0.7g of carbohydrates and 2.6g of fat.

Casein Protein Powder

Like whey protein, Micellar Casein Protein is also from milk. It is the other key protein component from whey, with Casein making up about 80% of the total protein content in milk. 

The structure of casein leads to it taking longer to digest than whey protein, making it a great choice for those who want to deliver protein and amino acids to their body over an extended period of time, particularly post workout. Casein protein powder is ideal for taking at night, as it is slow digesting and affords a positive protein balance throughout the night.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Whey Protein Powder and when should it be taken?

Whey Protein Powder is a fast digesting and absorbing protein derived from milk, specifically the liquid part known as whey. It contains all 9 essential amino acids needed for muscle building, tissue repair, and hormone synthesis. Due to its rapid absorption, it is ideal to consume post workout to maximise both your recovery and muscle protein synthesis.

How does L-Glutamine support post workout recovery?

L-Glutamine is a nonessential amino acid known for accelerating muscular recovery and reducing muscle soreness after intense exercise. It prevents muscle tissue breakdown and supports cell hydration, which optimises muscle function and recovery. This makes L-Glutamine beneficial for post workout recovery, helping you to maintain training intensity and volume.

How is Marchon Plant Protein Powder a complete protein source?

Our Plant Protein Powder blends pea, brown rice, and faba bean proteins, which together provide the full spectrum of essential amino acids required to be considered a 'complete' protein source. This makes it suitable for vegans and anyone looking for a plant based protein option to support muscular recovery post workout.

What are the benefits of Casein Protein Powder and when is the best time to take it?

Casein Protein Powder is derived from milk and digests slowly, making it effective in providing a sustained release of amino acids to the body. It’s particularly beneficial post workout or at night, as it helps maintain a positive protein balance and supports muscle recovery during sleep.