Tracking down the best protein powders is far from a straightforward process. There are a huge number to choose from, with marketing claims galore adorning their tubs and pouches – building muscle, boosting recovery and even improving hair health, to name a few examples.
The best way to combat this is to arm yourself with a bit of background knowledge before buying. And the best place to start is learning the difference between whey protein isolate and whey protein concentrate – terms you are almost guaranteed to see on the packet of any powder. I enlisted an expert to help you do just that.