Isolate vs. Concentrate

**THE_GAME** · 11-26-2001, 10:13 PM

What are the pro's and con's of each?

I know that Isolate is a purer protein but besides that....

**gopro** · 11-29-2001, 09:30 AM

The short answer is that concentrate is only between 30 and 80% protein...it has more lactose and fat...however, it also has more of its "growth factors" intact.

Isolate is purer with little to no lactose or fat...it is up to 96% pure protein...but, through processing, some of its growth factors are destroyed.

A combination of isolate, concentrate, and hydrolyzed whey is best...but all are still good sources of protein.

**crowman** · 11-29-2001, 01:25 PM

While isolate is superior, the price difference is much bigger than the difference in quality. I just buy concentrate (80%)

**THE_GAME** · 11-29-2001, 01:28 PM

concentrate is only between 30 and 80%

are you sure about that 30%? that seems way too low...

**gopro** · 11-29-2001, 05:56 PM

Yes it is true, however, supplement companies will use a high quality concentrate of around 80% protein...other industries may use a lower grade.

**mrbig** · 12-21-2001, 10:14 PM

the differences are miniscule and only have to do with the protein % for amount of dry powder so aslong as im geting the protein i need im fine

**gopro** · 12-22-2001, 03:17 PM

True for the most part...as long as you are getting enough COMPLETE protein throughout the day, you will do well. However, there are subtle differences in the properties of various proteins that do make a difference in other areas besides "getting big."

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