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Isopure Protein Powder – My Review
Posted By Maik Wiedenbach

Since supplements are one of my pet peeves, I didn’t hesitate to volunteer when asked if I wanted to review Isopure Low Carb, dutch chocolate flavor. The review is sponsored by NutritionFix – they were so kind to send me a 3lbs jug.
I am big fan of whey protein, I think its one of the best supplements you can buy and Isopure is one of the top brands in the field, so I was curious if the actual product would hold up to my expectations.
Lets look at the nutritional information first.
Amount per Serving (2 scoops).
220 Calories
1 g Fat, 50 g Protein, 3 g Carbohydrates. It has a complete amino acid profile (as whey protein should have) and comes with a high amount of BCAAs (about 20%). It has zero lactose, which makes it very gut friendly and is fortified with nutrients and vitamins. Nothing to dislike here, it can even be used in a pre-contest diet.


Taste
Best Chocolate type that I’ve tried so far and I don’t even like chocolate flavors. I usually stick with vanilla, since that gives me more options as to what to add but this tastes like a chocolate milk shake. I used to make protein brownies as well as pancakes and gives a very nice taste to them.
Mixability
It mixes well, but the only problem is that I was drinking, I notice that a some leftover crystals are left in the shaker. Not to worry though, the problem is easily solved by adding more water and just mixing again.
Price
Its not a cheap protein but when buying protein, you have to consider the quality you are getting. A lower quality protein will save you money, but you wont be able to digest all the protein that’s on the label, so that’s a net loss. Plus, the taste will be worse and who wants to be stuck with 5 lbs of concrete?
Overall, its a very solid product that I can recommend to anyone, be it a seasoned competitor or just someone who wants to supplement their protein intake. It can be used during a bulk or while cutting. If you are an early am cardio person, this would be your muscle sparing protein drink, that wont bloat you.
‘Til next time
Maik

Incidentally, if this has got you thinking about your own diet, you might like to swing by Examine.com. Fantastic site.

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Written By Maik Wiedenbach
Maik Wiedenbach is an Olympic athlete, personal trainer, and nutritionist. He shares his training wisdom in the 101 Fitness Myths and 30 Secrets for Bigger Arms! ebooks, and the Desk Athlete DVD. Superb. When not in the gym, he may be found training clients over at Adler Training; and also on Facebook and LinkedIn. Swing on by.
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