I’ve gotten pretty bad acne that was made worse by the amplification of sebum due to whey. Didn’t stop tho I just went to a doctor and got acne treatment stuff
I drink protein shake with almond milk . I agree with you that drinking cow milk is more likely harmful than the protein powder itself . The ability to break down the lactose gets more difficult as we age this often causes the stomach pains and bloating . I am also pretty convinced that modern day farming techniques render any nutritional benefits of milk useless . You end up just consuming empty calories and agitating the stomach .
@@illuviium Life aint no cakewalk, you wouldnt need him if it were, because you'd be fine. Everyone has their own cross/backpack to carry. Think about that, think about it 🤓
I think you missed my point by trying your hardest to be a Good Samaritan over a TH-cam comment. I promise. Im no one. Who the hell am I to sway someone about their faith? But I mean it there WERE even something as gracious as a deity, why would they spawn someone without a kidney? Why would that even be a thing? It’s that kind of thing that really makes you wonder about the existence of gods
I've been seeing gym related videos and channels for a year or so, science ones for years longer, I'm also subscribed to dr mike, but it took this long for youtube algoritme to recommend his videos.
I know right. I know people who never have acne while smoking, drinking and never washing their face, while I am here eat veggies 3 times a day and still having acne.
I've been on a high protein diet for about 24 years (about 1.6 g/kg/day). I have NOT developed any acne problems over the years, my kidney functions were tested in 2019 and found to be normal and the hair loss I have experienced is genetically related as all the men in my family have either male pattern baldness or receding hairlines. Unlike death and taxes, protein is good for you.
That is not really a "high" protein diet. It is higher than most people but it is normal. Back in a days it was believed that you should consume at least 3g/kg/day for bodybuilders. The information that I have found concluded that that and higher levels will lead to degradation of your kidneys function. Of course it is also dependent on many other factors.
@@Kyzr for body buildings it’s normal to consume at least 1 gram of protein per body weight also the average person only needs about 60 grams a day which seems like nothing to those eating over 200 a day
if u want to look like an average fit person (aka just skinny) then this checks out. as soon as u want something more complicated, like actually getting strong and/or very buff, its a whole lot more than just working out and eating healthy.
here is my experinece with Whey Powders, I hope this helps someone. I am in my 30s and was recently diagnosed with type 2 Rosacea, in my teenage years and 20s I did have bad acne which required a lot of treatment from dermatologists, and it can be common that rosacea occurs in the 30s following this. Rosacea, along with many other skin diseases (Acne, eczema, psoriasis etc) are known to be connected to what is happening in the gut microbiome. Whey Protein powders, especially hydrolized and isolate whey powders (which I used heavily for 10 years) are known to be particularly fast acting (great for after a workout) they spike insulin very high and very fast, while doing this they also cause a lot of internal inflammation in all people, but this becomes an issue particularly for people who may have an underlying sensitivity or intolerance to dairy! In my case, this has been the cause of inflammation in my gut microbiome, and therefore an imbalance, leading to skin problems. It also explains why I have always had a pink/red tone to my face and people would always ask me "have you caught the sun" actually, it was my whey protein shakes flaring my skin up! as soon as I cut out Whey proteint, and started using plant based powders this made a massive difference to my skin! (I also avoid other dairy now as well) - this has also helped with joint pain and other inflammation in my body as well as ending constant fatigue and brain fog - meaning I can now train better! Listen to your body and look out for signs of what is happening in your body, it can sometimes be something as delicious and simple as a protein shake causing issues
@@RandomGuy-fq1li I think I have started to see myself get more shredded, but the muscle mass is about the same, it's mostly that the muscle to fat ratio is more noticeable now, which is a good thing. I really have no desire to get like super buff, cuz if that was the case, then I would increase my overall caloric intake
Wow. Gives you shit loads of information. Like a shit ton. The only reason you find this to be a waste of time is because be never said yes or no. Why don't you take the information he gave, process it, obtain more information. Have your own opinion. Rather than waiting for someone to give you the for sure answers and shit on someone's video for not doing so
I have had pretty bad acne for a long time and i started using whey protein powder almost daily about a month ago and also limited my sugar intake and my acne has gotten alot better. People, who are saying that acne has gotten worse for them are probably working out harder and sweating more. If you dont take a shower right after working out, staying in sweaty clothes can lead to acne getting worse.
I’m vegetarian and protein for my lifestyle is healthy. I think it totally depends for person to person. My acne actually started going away after I started taking more protein. But something to be noted is that I started exercising more and eating healthier when I first increased my protein intake. So protein alone probably didn’t get rid of my acne.
I went through the same pattern as a vegetarian, more exercise and healthier eating were my factors for reduced acne, the extra dairy (both milk & whey) was mostly working against my skin tbh
@@universenerdd good point and its not just lower absorption, plant sources have incomplete amino acid profiles, so not only do veggies need to eat much more, they need to eat it from many different sources. fk that
I have seen so many videos but this video is complete summary of all the answers to the questions I had. I'm 28 and going through hardcore strength training 4 days a week. I have been taking protein suppliments since Nov.21 and now I'll take my second dose of the day in 10 mins. Thank you very much for producing so much information through multiple research. For other viewers, I would like to mention, I have been taking suppliments like Creatine, Glutamine, L carnitine, and with Protein suppliments and I have no hairfall, no kidney issues based on current tests, and ofcourse no acne issues. Go heavy or Go home. 🎉
@Eu Ko i would avoid buying expensive ore workout. most of the working ingredients are dosed so low, they dont work anymore. for example: 500mg of malic acid, whereas the lowest working dose is 6000 mg. so unless you take 12 scoops it does nothing. or 1000mg of creatine, while 5000 mg is the normal dose (and appart from that creatine works by loading over time, taking it right before workout does not improve the preformance of that session). I buy malic acid, creatine, caffeïne tablets, ZMA and l-arginine seperatly, so i can make sure i get a sufficiënt dose at half the price of an expensive pre that doesnt even do shit except for giving you itchy skin with the beta-alanine
@@longdongmc.johnson yeah i think most people down the line do that, but for beginners, if you go with a pre that's branded as for more "serious lifters", you're fine. even if you go with a stupid basic one like gorilla mode, you hit optimal numbers easily
I found that whey protein made my acne breakout severely. I didnt know it was the whey until about a year in and switched to plant based protein which has improved my acne greatly as opposed to whey usage
I could definitely notice a major difference with my skin when I switched from dairy based protein to plant based protein. I believe it is not only the dairy and lactose that is problematic but as well as the additional hormones being fed to the cows.
Ooooo I am actually going through this on, I’ve been on & off plant based for about 3 years. I experiment with my body, and I noticed when I consume cheese & dairy I get so many big white bumps on my chin. It’s only when I consume cheese. So I drink spearmint tea everyday because there is something in dairy that cause my body to produce an over abundance of the male hormone which causes hormonal acne on the chin/jaw line area. Some people don’t have these issues but I noticed for me I may be allergic to dairy or something I stay away from it
the link with dairy & acne is 100% true for me. i had acne for years and got completely rid of it by drastically reducing milk, cream & yogourt in my diet & starting a skincare routine. as soon as i start drinking milk even in low amount in my coffee, my acne reappears. so i do take only vegan protein which helps me grow muscle without the acne issue.
As a kidney patient I was on an extremely low protein diet when on dialysis but post transplant I’m now on an increased protein diet. It help to keep your hemoglobin maintained at a steady level, at least that’s what the nephrologists tell me. Great vid.🤘😎👍
I'm a 27 years old male. I did try whey protein for 6 months, during the period I did experience worsening of acne. Recently, I switched to pea protein, and acne is much better now.
I can eat pretty much any kind of dairy but for whatever reason, powdered whey slows my digestion right down. I've also switched to pea and ideally like to flavor it myself to watch the sugar/calorie intake...
@@stopthrm there are some whey supplements that are supposed to take a long time to digest. Usually an after dinner supplement meant to stave off hunger.
As someone with heavy acne, if you struggle with acne, 100% try cutting out dairy products from your diet for a few weeks. I personally experience a bump in acne if I consume dairy. I know so many people who say the same thing. One guy just switched out the milk he drank with his weigh powder for oat milk and saw a difference. Generally with acne, experience with your diet. There are many things that can enhance it, dairy, gluten, soy and many more. Read up on it and try some things
I’m 17, I used to drink whey protein shakes once a day. I’ve always had some acne but it wasn’t too severe. After a month or so of drinking whey, my face broke out over and over again. I talked to my doctor about it and they said whey protein contains lots of soy which is an estrogen, the higher amounts of estrogen in my body was causing these breakouts. Everyone is different but this is just a heads up for young men like me who are thinking of trying whey.
Very sad news.. Today I just bought a whey protein it’s called body fortress... I’m not sure about that should I take it or not.... I also have little acne problem..... Just like u... And I’m 17 too....
M using protein powder 15 yrs,I jst chk my lever nd kidney ,both r working well,I eat chicken breast ,red meat ,eggs on regular basis along with it I eat lot of fruits nd green vegetables nd drink good amt of water ,God bless u all
@Mohammed Hafiz Khan not EVERYONE will notice problems. The problems may occur for 1 out of every 10 people consuming whey. Yet people dont really know about them because after kidney damage they no longer go to gym to tell you the story ,mate.
In my personal experience whey protein was the main reason for my acne. When I decided to use plant-based proteins like soy, pea, brown rice, and hemp instead, it completely disappeared.
It also worsened the acne for me, but not the every brand (whey). So its interesting. Now im consuming around 50g of powder each day and no side effects, before i havent used for a half year. So it maybe depends on what is added beside whey powder. There are lot of things to make it taste "good", because raw whey tastes like shit.
Im someone with seriously oily skin and had a lot of acne through out my years. I was constantly taking plant protein for months and had no acne issues but when I started taking milk based proteins, I immediately broke out within the week that I consumed milk protein everyday.
I am suffering from DHT hair loss but I controlled it by taking finasteride . From few days , I am taking protein shake after my gym workout . I noticed that my hair thickness started reducing gradually . And now my hair loss has been accelerated . So I conclude that Protein shake could accelerate hair loss to those who have sensitivity to DHT .
Depends on the person. I eat 160gr of protein, half of it via whey protein and i have no problems. Also a lot of eggs, i have good cholesterol readings
For me increasing protein intake decreased my hair loss and made it more thicker. I started having my hair back full and healthy with 1gram protein per body weight in lb. Before I use to have less and had hair loss but it reversed after having more protein.
So less protein can also impact into hair loss. Make sure to have enough protein for better skin, cell production, hair, and muscles :) so please do not fall for things that have no studies or research. This video is totally based on hypothesis.
What I liked the most about your videos is you instantly add a disclaimer where you aren’t sure or don’t have enough evidence or research materials to prove a point unlike others so called youtube health experts here. 👍🏼
I drink protein powder my whole life, and in quantities beyond recommended. I am neither bald, nor have any acne, nor any kidney problems. So, it all really depends of DNA, lifestyle and personal regime. Of course, brand and type of protein is utterly important! I consume whey isolate as it is purest, and buy respected brands such as Dymatize. You can not obtain required protein per day without using supplements. You may eat good and still it won't be enough for good looking, strong and explosive muscles. You just can't obtain only with food the 2-3 grams of protein intake per kilogram of body weight per day, for average sporting male. Drink quality protein powder in reasonable quantity and you are good to go.
I’ve struggled with acne for years now. I also work out, but never had heard of the possibility of a link between whey protein and acne. I do consume a substantial amount of dairy in my diet, and it’s probably unrealistic for me to say I’ll be able to cut that out (at least entirely).
Two years ago I though the same thing because I like all things cream. But here I am rarely eating cheese and icecream and using oat milk instead. Small steps over time…
I have used a wide variety of protein supplements for about 45 years, and just recently my creatinine, the inverse measure of kidney function (less than 1.1 is normal, mine is 1.3) started creeping up. So I think that over very long periods it can be detrimental, especially when you get above 150 grams per day. I would say that if you are going to use them for meal substitution, like breakfast, cut down the amount of protein in your shake, use non-dairy liquids like almond or coconut milk, and add frozen fruit to balance it out. And yes, the adverse effects of dairy on the prostate are established as well. To me, the flavor of whey protein is better than vegetable proteins, but you may be taking more chances. Adding a protein shake to 3 well-balanced meals adds very little, and as I pointed out, may be detrimental. I am a physician, so I respect the science, but also my own personal experience. I noticed on one of Larry Wheels' videos where he consults with a naturopath, that at his young age of 26 or 27, his creatinine was as elevated as mine. That wasn't even addressed in his formula for bettering all of his balances.
From what ive read somewhere in relation to acne, protein shake sometimes contain growth hormone/factor which makes our skin turnover much faster. This in turn results in deadskin build up and if not taken care of will clog up pores and causes the acne.
I was on a high protein diet beginning of the year and was taking whey protein shakes and protein bars and protein snacks etc. My skin has always been clear from acne, never eeever suffered from acne but because of this diet my face was COVERED in acne. It was like ridiculous. It wasn’t immediate though, the problem started like 3 months into the diet and it’s been taking me months to get my skin back to where it was (not there yet). Not saying that every one will experience this side effect, but if you have an intolerance to milk I’d go for vegan protein powders.
If you are lactose intolerant, no wonder you got acne! I hope your skin is better now. I struggle to digest soy, so vegan protein powders made me feel awful... I use whey protein now and its a bit better but I still get a headache sometimes. I just tend to eat whole foods now and that is what works best for me.
When I drink dairy milk in the United States, I have a tendency to break out, and when I consume American whey protein supplements, I tend to get terrible acne. By contrast, I haven't had this issue consuming milk or whey in Europe. My theory is that it has to do with rBST hormones, antibiotics, etc. that cows are often treated with in the US, but which are more strictly regulated in Europe.
It definitely leads to acne. I have been on 65 grams every day on top of the 40 to 60 grams I get from diet alone for the past 3 weeks. I have been lifting six days every week for 2 months. The acne on my arms has gotten much worse, but I have a huge zit on my face for the first time in almost 20 years (I'm 36 by the way). Of course everything affects everyone differently, but in my case it has certainly made my acne worse. I nearly fainted when I woke up to see a huge zit on my face after almost 20 years of clear skin.
I think you may be confusing yourself there. Pretty sure lifting will increase your testosterone (but my MSc in nutritional science and human anatomy maybe wrong 🤔) and is more likely to cause acen fair ups. Especially if youre training and eating at a maintenance or above
I've never had any of those problems, because I drink enough water and consume enough healthy fats to help my body process the high lean protein intake.
For a while (~3weeks) I did use whey protein powder regularly to complement my diet. This is purely anecdotal, but I DID notice an increase in acne during that time, with more regular breakouts from what is usually pretty forgiving skin. And this was before I knew that acne was seen as a common side-effect of whey protein supplementation...
I've used it for 14 years already, no issues and I always buy high-quality. At least once a week I take a break from protein all together to give my system a break
I would love to share my experience with the hair loss part..... Hair loss is quite common when you are on losing spree. It's all because of the calorie deficit diet, we also become nutrition deficit. So, it's better to eat more and workout even more, in the order to provide necessary nutrition to our hairs too.
@@uniquezuniga1524 It was a joke because some parents like mine won't let us use Protein because they think supplements will cause kidney damage and no matter what video you show them, they will not be convinced. My friends mother took his protein and dumped it down the toiled😂😂😂
@Aebel M Trust me man. I still hide it from them but I use it no matter what and it is showing great results. Just drink water properly and use good protein and everything will be good.
You overlooked the amount of sugar in an average whey protien shake. It's usually very high, unless you buy low sugar whey isolate protein. Sugar will give you spots, which is probably why people think protein gives you spots. It doesn't, but the sugar in the shake will.
It's important to note plant based protein is not good quality protein, so in order to make it most effective you would want to mix them together and double the recommended dosage
@@anthonygomez7957 It's important to note plant based protein is not good quality protein, so in order to make it most effective you would want to mix them together and double the recommended dosage
I had issues with acne and digestion when I used to have whey protein especially when I mix it with milk so I switched to plant-based protein and the side effects have been reduced.
It's been a week taking Whey, I see I have gotten small dots of pimples on my forehead. I don't want to increase that. Should I switch to plant based protein??
I've experienced acne worsening when I consume whey protein or high amount of dairy in particular. I solved this issue by shifting for a plant based protein. Recently I had a few deviations on my blood exam related to the kidney function. The doctor asked to stop the protein for some days and repeat the blood test again. Let's see what happens! Great content. Congrats
@@kiam.j.patterson5020 My results normalized, but the doctor says that might be a fluctuation on the exams. I continued to consume plant based protein powder, and did a new blood test a few months later. Everything normal. The fact is the acne got much better after I stop the whey protein.
@@seanballara2031 My results normalized, but the doctor says that might be a fluctuation on the exams. I continued to consume plant based protein powder, and did a new blood test a few months later. Everything normal. The fact is the acne got much better after I stop the whey protein.
I have noticed that I have got a lot more acne since taking protein shakes whilst the rest of my diet has stayed consistent. I already drink milk which gave me a bit of acne but I only got more after I regularly took shakes. But again that's me personally and how I work, not to say its the same for others
I suffered from severe acne for almost 10-12 years, got rid of it by ditching all animal products. BTW Really nice videos. This channel deserves more subscribers. :)
Well some months ago I started using a vegan protein and I saw better results, no bad diggestive problems, acne didn' got worse, my overall mood was fine. About some weeks ago I started using a isolated whey protein, my acne got really bad (like huge pimples and a lot of them too), I have a sensitive stomach and it gave me bad diggestive problems, I feel bloated all the time, also my mood got way worse (but IDK if it's related). I rarely eat dairy food unless heavy cream or cheese every once in a while.
I’ve been eating about 100 grams of protein ranging from vegan, whey and egg white for about 10 years now and I have no problems with any of these… I do have pretty big muscles compared to most men though.😁
I started taking whey at 14 and had really bad acne as a teenager. I didn’t have a skin routine either tho. No one else in my family had acne as bad as mine and none of them took whey. I also had a very dairy heavy diet. I stopped taking whey and cut out most of the dairy in my diet but I still get ocasional breakouts. I do take better care of my skin tho.
Regarding the acne point , my personal experience were when i used cheap protein powders ( mainly 100% whey protein concentrate instead of a mix of isolates and concentrate) i would break out a LOT that comes hand in hand with severe diarrhea. So the quality of the product also matters alot.
I've always had acne issues in my life (two times I've had to use Accutane). I've noticed I would break out from whey protein, and switched to egg white protein. After switching out my acne problems lessened by a lot.
You didn't explain if protein damages kidneys. Why just talk about protein powder? Where are these studies & what is the P number & Confidence Intervals?
Have been using protein powder since 7 to 8yrs but never ever had these problems...these factors all depends upon ur gentics and how ur body accept it...taking a good quality protein will never harm u
I had/have very bad acne, and when I stopped drink whey protein there was a MASSIVE difference. (I’m also lactose intolerant btw) sun bathing/tanning/blue light therapy will completely kill off all acne on my skin.
16 yo Lifting, working out and taking protein and creatine and in my 1 year journey my acne has actually decreased. I started washing my face more often and BOOM it is nearly gone... I know that genetics are playing a big role but that is prbbly not my case i guess.
According to my own experience, I had whey protein for about a month straight and my hair loss process accelerated drastically. I was really worried about why it was happening untill finally one night I googled "does protein powder causes hair loss?". And there it was, the article read ,"it MAY accelerate hair loss" so from the next day I gave up protein powder and my hair loss reduced to almost none I am so happy that I had it figured on time and I will be more than happy if my experience could help someone retain their hair
I tend to see acne crop up more when I start using a lot of whey protein after not using any for a while, especially when combined with adding milk. it's not extreme but yeah, like more oil is produced in my skin or something. I reckon there is an affect for some people, would love to see some solid research on the topic be done.
UIUC Animal Science Major here, and I frequently work out with whey protein. Some whey protein powders contain lactose which is the main protein in milk which can lead to acne as a result. I recommend using whey isolate so lactose is not included in the powder. Works for me !!
I used to have increased levels of acne, that was due to the fact that I was drinking my whey protein powder with milk. I replaced the milk with almond milk, and... no acne! Hope this might me helpfull to some people!
As a young person who started taking whey protein at age 23- I did notice worse acne than ever before. Never thought it was because of protein though. But it makes sense because practically nothing else changed for me, from skin care to lifestyle
I just recently started using Whey protein this week. At the same time, I’ve noticed that my acne has gotten worse. So as for me, the Whey is not the way!
I experimented on myself. Anytime I drank a protein shake my acne broke like crazy. When I stopped it went away. I tried other methods of taking the protein but none worked. I tried mixing it in with a bowl of oatmeal. I tried it with water. I tried it with milk. I even tried putting it cake batter and baking it. It also gave me the farts like crazy. Stuff is also pretty expensive. I now stick to tuna (25g of protein in a can) 90 cents a can, grilled chicken breast, eggs, almonds, the usual stuff in a high prot diet. I used to workout 5 times a week, sometimes twice a day (I took weight training at community college, so I had that workout and the one outside of class). I liked the way it tasted and the quicker recovery, but hated the price, acne and being bloated, so I switched to regular foods.
I did find that in my case increased milk intake does lead to bad acne. That was especially true when I was teenager. In general increased protein intake, above certain level, depending if I workout or not, in my case is causing some sort of acne. Milk being probably the worst offender.
DocUnlock It’s nice to see these are myths. Unfortunately I learned that too much protein in general can be hard on the kidney, maybe even cause stones. I’m worried because I’ve been eating a lot eggs and protein shakes. Do I need to worry at all?
@@joecoolberry911 Look up Paul Saladino, Shawn Baker, They're doctors and know alot about protein. Their books The Carnivore Code, The Carnivore Diet. They both have utube vids as well.
Im late but some personal info, Some powders can make you have acne, bloating and nausea and that is a result of sucralose an artificial sweetener. I had all three symptoms and switched powders to a non-GMO, flavorless portion powder and everything has been amazing. Carry on !
From my experience drinking milk, I start getting acne. Whey protein has lactose in it. So, if you are lactose intolerant it may be causing acne breakouts.
I really enjoyed the way you built up to indirectly explain the possible side effects. Hard to believe you are only at 1.2k subscribers, if you keep this up, I feel like that count will explode. Great video, thanks.
It's a tricky topic because there isn't much direct research into protein and acne/hair loss. If there was, then it would have been much easier to give a definitive answer. But instead I had to rely on first principles for this one. I'm glad you enjoyed the way I approached it. If there's anything I could do better in future, please let me know!
Yeah, well I had about 500- 750ml of cow milk or barley milk with three small spoons of protein powder daily during the past sixmonths. I don't remember my skin looking that badly before --> many pimples. Also, hair loss is happening really fast in the past six months. I can see negative changes on my hair line from week to week. Only today I learnt that my protein intake could be the cause for both of that. While this video isnt really clear about the effect extra protein from shakes can have, I read on other resources that there is some more evidence for that. Whatsoever, I will pause from taking protein powder and only drink barley milk in the next months. Wanna see how my skin and hair loss will change by that.
One other very deciding factor on kidney function is myoglobinuria, which has resulted from rhabdomyolysis, or extreme muscle breakdown, in Crossfit athletes who overdo it, and many do. Myoglobinuria, the presence of muscle protein in urine, caused acute kidney failure in some of these athletes, and required brief dialysis in a few. Having read of their descriptions online, they describe that they learned their lessons, and would never do that again.
Don't be foolish, protein in our hair is called keratin which are very different or have nothing to do with the proteins that these supplements provide.
What an underrated channel!! Well researched content backed by scientific facts and evidences, presented in easy to consume graphical format. My Desi guy is killing it 💯💥🙏
And that's why people should not go overboard with the recommended daily amount. I've known a guy from the village where I live who wanted to get bulky very fast and consumed like 3-5x times the recommended amount of protein, creatine, vitamins, etc. He passed away due to organ failure. If you take the normal and recommended amount of the supplements AND you eat and drink properly and live healthily by not smoking and doing sports regularly, you'll be fine.
I have taken protein powder for years and haven't noticed ANY side effects at all. Same with my dad that has been working-out with an almost daily in-take of protein powder for like 15 years or something. Just stick to the recommended amount and you're good, the last thing we need is for people to think protein powder is steriods 2.0.. because it's not even remotely close. Eat and drink as you do normally, but add the recommended amount of protein powder before or after your work-out. Don't replace meals with protein powder. I mean.. it's just basic shit
@@joemama6710that can also come with side-effects. There is no simple easy solution as every options has drawbacks and risks. For the majority of people. Recommended portion whey protein after workouts will not have any negative side effects
Overall, the video provides valuable insights into common concerns about protein powder consumption, clarifying misconceptions and offering alternative solutions. Gratitude for the clarity and helpful information provided!
I'm kind of shocked to notice your second point. I always thought Testosterone and protein are responsible for hair growth. That's what I always read online. Is that really true?
i know im very late. but organisms works on homeostasis. wich in short is they balances out what you give it to make it work toward a prefered balance. however, this doesnt mean it can take any ammount of anything. and there are threshholds in wich the balance starts to fail. In the lower threshold you have malnutrition. in wich the body lacks certain things in order to balance things out correctly. the upper threshold could be considered "poisoning". in this case, the body recives more than it can safely manage (sometimes these are upper thresholds so low we straight up call them toxic, like cyanide). so in the same way a plant's most limiting nutrient is usually nitrogen, but giving it too much nitrogen can kill the plant, the human body needs protein to function, but if yyou give it way too much (lets say threefold or more than it needs), then the body wont be able to safely handle it anymmore and will start experiencing adverse effects. So yes. protein can be responsible for hair growth, but produce the opposite effect if overdone. same with testosterone. There are people that have gone through medical complications because they drank way too much water, even.
its not supposed to help weight training its a supplement. the whole point is to increase ur intake if ur struggling to get it high enough through normal diet.
Really love that you use scientific journals, and especially meta-analyses. Cuz there's a million studies on things like health and nutrition. It can get confusing.
Known factual side effects of protein shakes are:
1. Smellier farts
2. Emptier wallets
I’ve gotten pretty bad acne that was made worse by the amplification of sebum due to whey. Didn’t stop tho I just went to a doctor and got acne treatment stuff
Will Moffat what did they give you?
Jefferson Benavides an anti biotic called doxycycline (pill) and an epiduo gel (benzoyl peroxide)
I drink protein shake with almond milk . I agree with you that drinking cow milk is more likely harmful than the protein powder itself . The ability to break down the lactose gets more difficult as we age this often causes the stomach pains and bloating . I am also pretty convinced that modern day farming techniques render any nutritional benefits of milk useless . You end up just consuming empty calories and agitating the stomach .
Will Moffat I’m experimenting with simple salt water now but I’ll ask my doctor about those next time ty
You should of talked about the main side effect of protein supplements.
The increase of using the words bro and brah.
Bruh?
@@kristophordavis6578 yup
one of the funniest comments ever!!!
Straight facts, I had an 800% increase of saying "brah" since i started taking protein
ILLAKILLA STONYG bro that funny as hell...oh shit
Yea I was born with a single kidney and this video gives me confidence.
My kidney is healthy by God's grace
What it also gods grace when he gave you only one kidney? Think about that for a second. Think hard about it
@@illuviium Life aint no cakewalk, you wouldnt need him if it were, because you'd be fine. Everyone has their own cross/backpack to carry. Think about that, think about it 🤓
I think you missed my point by trying your hardest to be a Good Samaritan over a TH-cam comment. I promise. Im no one. Who the hell am I to sway someone about their faith? But I mean it there WERE even something as gracious as a deity, why would they spawn someone without a kidney? Why would that even be a thing? It’s that kind of thing that really makes you wonder about the existence of gods
@@illuviium for entertainment bro
@@illuviium well, they are sadistic
I'm incredibly surprised that this doesn't have way more views. You have the presentation, video quality, editing, etc completed nailed.
Thanks Greg, I appreciate the compliment! :D
@@DocUnlock I agree with Greg. Your videos are clear and informative, and the animations are very crisp.
Exactly looking at the thumbnail thought this was from infographics show
Dont change anything
I've been seeing gym related videos and channels for a year or so, science ones for years longer, I'm also subscribed to dr mike, but it took this long for youtube algoritme to recommend his videos.
I'm 42, exercising and supplementing with protein since I was 15. My hairline has receded only about a centimeter which is almost nothing.
which whey protein do you consume? @Khaos768
Anmol Jhaveri Bulk powders make really good whey protein for a good price
Sosig got a brand name ?
My pee is bubbly is that normal? Ive noticed 3 days ago I stopped taking creatine because i thought it was that ?
Jose j
That’s called proteinuria. It’s when you digest so much protein it makes your urine bubbly. Nothing damaging
Lucky are those 27% who never came across acne in their life times.
I know right. I know people who never have acne while smoking, drinking and never washing their face, while I am here eat veggies 3 times a day and still having acne.
@@martijn2246 well everyone faces different challenges like the lung and throat problems your friend is likely to face in the future
prefer acne or hair losss?
@@efesr2484 acne
I do, but very little acne.
I've been on a high protein diet for about 24 years (about 1.6 g/kg/day). I have NOT developed any acne problems over the years, my kidney functions were tested in 2019 and found to be normal and the hair loss I have experienced is genetically related as all the men in my family have either male pattern baldness or receding hairlines. Unlike death and taxes, protein is good for you.
That is not really a "high" protein diet. It is higher than most people but it is normal. Back in a days it was believed that you should consume at least 3g/kg/day for bodybuilders. The information that I have found concluded that that and higher levels will lead to degradation of your kidneys function. Of course it is also dependent on many other factors.
@@marcinsmaga3441 LOL what the hell u mean "normal"?
@@Kyzr for body buildings it’s normal to consume at least 1 gram of protein per body weight also the average person only needs about 60 grams a day which seems like nothing to those eating over 200 a day
@@marcinsmaga3441 lmfaoo 3g per kg of body weight get a life LULW
@@spoopyscaryskelebones3846 Did you even understand what you have read or you just saw a digit and your brain gave up.
Just eat healthy 80% of the time and work out regularly You'll be okay.
That's soo true... This modern world has made people so nonsensically worried
@@dhruvpassi3167 agreed
I agree but its hard trying to eat 3000de calories aday because i you want to gain weight/muscle
if u want to look like an average fit person (aka just skinny) then this checks out. as soon as u want something more complicated, like actually getting strong and/or very buff, its a whole lot more than just working out and eating healthy.
@@rog69 true. But. Long term better be health and medium muscles
TL;DW:
Kidney damage - No
Hair Loss - Very very unlikely
Acne - Unlikely but possible
Scrolled down looking for this comment coz it's late and I'm tired.
Thank you so much
Thnk u
@@rhupin5276yooo seriously 😂😂😂😂😂
Fake states -Yes
Fake thoughts- Yes
Dont know what your talking about - Yes
here is my experinece with Whey Powders, I hope this helps someone. I am in my 30s and was recently diagnosed with type 2 Rosacea, in my teenage years and 20s I did have bad acne which required a lot of treatment from dermatologists, and it can be common that rosacea occurs in the 30s following this. Rosacea, along with many other skin diseases (Acne, eczema, psoriasis etc) are known to be connected to what is happening in the gut microbiome. Whey Protein powders, especially hydrolized and isolate whey powders (which I used heavily for 10 years) are known to be particularly fast acting (great for after a workout) they spike insulin very high and very fast, while doing this they also cause a lot of internal inflammation in all people, but this becomes an issue particularly for people who may have an underlying sensitivity or intolerance to dairy! In my case, this has been the cause of inflammation in my gut microbiome, and therefore an imbalance, leading to skin problems. It also explains why I have always had a pink/red tone to my face and people would always ask me "have you caught the sun" actually, it was my whey protein shakes flaring my skin up! as soon as I cut out Whey proteint, and started using plant based powders this made a massive difference to my skin! (I also avoid other dairy now as well) - this has also helped with joint pain and other inflammation in my body as well as ending constant fatigue and brain fog - meaning I can now train better! Listen to your body and look out for signs of what is happening in your body, it can sometimes be something as delicious and simple as a protein shake causing issues
Thank you, appreciate the info :)
Thank you for that comment. Really.
A very informative comment.
Thanks
Thanks i have the same symptoms
Just started using whey a few weeks ago (around 36g/day+usual intake), I've been feeling better and have not noticed worse acne
Same
U get more muscles?
You dont have acne prone skin on face.
@@RandomGuy-fq1li I think I have started to see myself get more shredded, but the muscle mass is about the same, it's mostly that the muscle to fat ratio is more noticeable now, which is a good thing. I really have no desire to get like super buff, cuz if that was the case, then I would increase my overall caloric intake
Tommorow I will get two whey protein
It is first time I will use it
Let's see how it works
This isn’t about protein powder, it’s just about a high protein diet.
Short answer: maybe, I don't know.
This video is a waste of time
True.
@@1knightero just like your existence
@@ashutoshbajpai3 oof
Wow. Gives you shit loads of information. Like a shit ton. The only reason you find this to be a waste of time is because be never said yes or no. Why don't you take the information he gave, process it, obtain more information. Have your own opinion. Rather than waiting for someone to give you the for sure answers and shit on someone's video for not doing so
I love that the description answers the title question because I can’t always watch the entire video to get the answer. Thank you!
I have had pretty bad acne for a long time and i started using whey protein powder almost daily about a month ago and also limited my sugar intake and my acne has gotten alot better. People, who are saying that acne has gotten worse for them are probably working out harder and sweating more. If you dont take a shower right after working out, staying in sweaty clothes can lead to acne getting worse.
Wow thank you for your input, i will try this
Do you drink whey with milk, if so what milk?
@@bart3072 id say use almond milk if you’re worried about acne, thats what im going to do. Although i have not started using protein powder yet
I drive straight home and shower from the gym about an hour wait. My acne is getting out of hand
@@philspaseo2377 does your gym have a shower?
I’m vegetarian and protein for my lifestyle is healthy. I think it totally depends for person to person. My acne actually started going away after I started taking more protein. But something to be noted is that I started exercising more and eating healthier when I first increased my protein intake. So protein alone probably didn’t get rid of my acne.
I went through the same pattern as a vegetarian, more exercise and healthier eating were my factors for reduced acne, the extra dairy (both milk & whey) was mostly working against my skin tbh
Good advice if you are vegetarian eat double the amt of protein that a non vegetarian would. Many vegetarian sources don't absorb well
@@universenerdd good point and its not just lower absorption, plant sources have incomplete amino acid profiles, so not only do veggies need to eat much more, they need to eat it from many different sources.
fk that
🤦♂️
it does not actually matter what your lifestyle is your body needs protein to survive and to function
damn those eyebrows bro THICC
And this is only 1% of their normal size
His lucky 😭😭😭
Its the protien shakes
Crevic it’s attractive for him because he has a good beard
I've thick eyebrows 😄
I have seen so many videos but this video is complete summary of all the answers to the questions I had. I'm 28 and going through hardcore strength training 4 days a week. I have been taking protein suppliments since Nov.21 and now I'll take my second dose of the day in 10 mins. Thank you very much for producing so much information through multiple research.
For other viewers, I would like to mention, I have been taking suppliments like Creatine, Glutamine, L carnitine, and with Protein suppliments and I have no hairfall, no kidney issues based on current tests, and ofcourse no acne issues. Go heavy or Go home. 🎉
What's the name of the supplement which is having creatine, glutamine and L caritinine ?
@@futurebreedmachine9302 most preworkout nowadays will have those ingredients. aim for 5g of creatine a day
Get all of those as their own high quality supplement, combination supplements of those are often trash in comparison
@Eu Ko i would avoid buying expensive ore workout. most of the working ingredients are dosed so low, they dont work anymore. for example: 500mg of malic acid, whereas the lowest working dose is 6000 mg. so unless you take 12 scoops it does nothing. or 1000mg of creatine, while 5000 mg is the normal dose (and appart from that creatine works by loading over time, taking it right before workout does not improve the preformance of that session).
I buy malic acid, creatine, caffeïne tablets, ZMA and l-arginine seperatly, so i can make sure i get a sufficiënt dose at half the price of an expensive pre that doesnt even do shit except for giving you itchy skin with the beta-alanine
@@longdongmc.johnson yeah i think most people down the line do that, but for beginners, if you go with a pre that's branded as for more "serious lifters", you're fine. even if you go with a stupid basic one like gorilla mode, you hit optimal numbers easily
I found that whey protein made my acne breakout severely. I didnt know it was the whey until about a year in and switched to plant based protein which has improved my acne greatly as opposed to whey usage
I had acne on my back with whey then after a period of time without having it I started with rice protein, gave me acne as well.
I've found pea protein works best for me, it's also has much more arginine than whey, so it increases blood flow
Can you suggest Good Plant based Proteins...
Orgain protein powder... They sell it at Costco brotha
I could definitely notice a major difference with my skin when I switched from dairy based protein to plant based protein. I believe it is not only the dairy and lactose that is problematic but as well as the additional hormones being fed to the cows.
🤔 i never thought of that
Is there an good evidence to suggest that whey contains high amounts of active hormones that are absorbed into the blood ?
Ooooo I am actually going through this on, I’ve been on & off plant based for about 3 years. I experiment with my body, and I noticed when I consume cheese & dairy I get so many big white bumps on my chin. It’s only when I consume cheese. So I drink spearmint tea everyday because there is something in dairy that cause my body to produce an over abundance of the male hormone which causes hormonal acne on the chin/jaw line area. Some people don’t have these issues but I noticed for me I may be allergic to dairy or something I stay away from it
the hormones that fed to the cow doesn't work in human body.
agreed, but i had bad acne only in my teen years and now when i have dairy my skin is fine; although i still get bloated from it.
the link with dairy & acne is 100% true for me. i had acne for years and got completely rid of it by drastically reducing milk, cream & yogourt in my diet & starting a skincare routine. as soon as i start drinking milk even in low amount in my coffee, my acne reappears. so i do take only vegan protein which helps me grow muscle without the acne issue.
As a kidney patient I was on an extremely low protein diet when on dialysis but post transplant I’m now on an increased protein diet. It help to keep your hemoglobin maintained at a steady level, at least that’s what the nephrologists tell me.
Great vid.🤘😎👍
I'm a 27 years old male. I did try whey protein for 6 months, during the period I did experience worsening of acne. Recently, I switched to pea protein, and acne is much better now.
I can eat pretty much any kind of dairy but for whatever reason, powdered whey slows my digestion right down. I've also switched to pea and ideally like to flavor it myself to watch the sugar/calorie intake...
@@stopthrm there are some whey supplements that are supposed to take a long time to digest. Usually an after dinner supplement meant to stave off hunger.
Did you have slowing growth in hair then normally or did you loose any hair?
As someone with heavy acne, if you struggle with acne, 100% try cutting out dairy products from your diet for a few weeks.
I personally experience a bump in acne if I consume dairy. I know so many people who say the same thing. One guy just switched out the milk he drank with his weigh powder for oat milk and saw a difference.
Generally with acne, experience with your diet. There are many things that can enhance it, dairy, gluten, soy and many more. Read up on it and try some things
I’m 17, I used to drink whey protein shakes once a day. I’ve always had some acne but it wasn’t too severe. After a month or so of drinking whey, my face broke out over and over again. I talked to my doctor about it and they said whey protein contains lots of soy which is an estrogen, the higher amounts of estrogen in my body was causing these breakouts. Everyone is different but this is just a heads up for young men like me who are thinking of trying whey.
Very sad news..
Today I just bought a whey protein it’s called body fortress...
I’m not sure about that should I take it or not....
I also have little acne problem.....
Just like u...
And I’m 17 too....
THK USBD TV Im reading this after ive order over $150 dollars of whey protein rip
Soy boy
@@khandokertahomid6912 bro I am 15 and I take two protien shakes a day and I don't have any side effects
Have you tried vegan protein shakes? I started the gym too but I am worried of buying whey protein due to my acne, I am 19.
I'm using whey protein for 2 years but non of this problem happened.
It did u just dont notice yet
This guy was trying to make people think that eating Whey Protein causes Hair Loss, Acne... His accusations were all baseless and have no proof.
@@tsohgallik
He actually mentioned more than once that the proof wasn't definitive.
M using protein powder 15 yrs,I jst chk my lever nd kidney ,both r working well,I eat chicken breast ,red meat ,eggs on regular basis along with it I eat lot of fruits nd green vegetables nd drink good amt of water ,God bless u all
@Mohammed Hafiz Khan not EVERYONE will notice problems. The problems may occur for 1 out of every 10 people consuming whey. Yet people dont really know about them because after kidney damage they no longer go to gym to tell you the story ,mate.
guys i started working out and boom i started balding like crazy, i was 17. still happening to this day
Did you use protein powder often?
@@crustyjuglr5721 yep. after every lift
It's genetics. Otherwise everyone working out would be bald.
@@Anonymous-mq5dv true, gonna start on that finasteride though, i'm a little late to the party
@@BlockTales finasteride side effects are alot worser than hair loss.
I like this guy, gives actual factual information with sources, and tells you how reliable the source of information is.
In my personal experience whey protein was the main reason for my acne. When I decided to use plant-based proteins like soy, pea, brown rice, and hemp instead, it completely disappeared.
It also worsened the acne for me, but not the every brand (whey). So its interesting. Now im consuming around 50g of powder each day and no side effects, before i havent used for a half year. So it maybe depends on what is added beside whey powder. There are lot of things to make it taste "good", because raw whey tastes like shit.
Milk fats in the protein powder may be causing the acne.
Im someone with seriously oily skin and had a lot of acne through out my years. I was constantly taking plant protein for months and had no acne issues but when I started taking milk based proteins, I immediately broke out within the week that I consumed milk protein everyday.
I am suffering from DHT hair loss but I controlled it by taking finasteride . From few days , I am taking protein shake after my gym workout . I noticed that my hair thickness started reducing gradually . And now my hair loss has been accelerated . So I conclude that
Protein shake could accelerate hair loss to those who have sensitivity to DHT .
Depends on the person.
I eat 160gr of protein, half of it via whey protein and i have no problems. Also a lot of eggs, i have good cholesterol readings
How old are you? Im not very prone to acne but being a younger guy, I'm slightly worried that whey powder could make it flare up.
For me increasing protein intake decreased my hair loss and made it more thicker. I started having my hair back full and healthy with 1gram protein per body weight in lb. Before I use to have less and had hair loss but it reversed after having more protein.
So less protein can also impact into hair loss. Make sure to have enough protein for better skin, cell production, hair, and muscles :) so please do not fall for things that have no studies or research. This video is totally based on hypothesis.
Which protein powder do you use?
Which product do you use?
So basically u was unhealthy asf while also stressed out?
@@yogithgowda3706 any good quality protein does it. I use to have on protein but I just increased the protein instake thought different sources.
no wonder during my workout days when I take my protein shakes I have to get up every 3-4hrs to piss at night
Drinking it too late in the evening man. Have it earlier in the day.
Barry Deegan you might be right
Check you blood sugar
Barry Deegan they told me to drink it before sleep tho
Wul Vershon after workout
I'm not afraid of acne or kidney damage, but I'm really afraid of hair loss
Lol...
are u the dumbest in pakistan?
you can get a wig or oils for hairloss but it takes millions for a kidney donor lmfaoooooo
Use your mind bro. Lol
Chutiye kidney hai wo uske Bina reh k dekha
What I liked the most about your videos is you instantly add a disclaimer where you aren’t sure or don’t have enough evidence or research materials to prove a point unlike others so called youtube health experts here. 👍🏼
I drink protein powder my whole life, and in quantities beyond recommended.
I am neither bald, nor have any acne, nor any kidney problems.
So, it all really depends of DNA, lifestyle and personal regime.
Of course, brand and type of protein is utterly important! I consume whey isolate as it is purest, and buy respected brands such as Dymatize.
You can not obtain required protein per day without using supplements. You may eat good and still it won't be enough for good looking, strong and explosive muscles. You just can't obtain only with food the 2-3 grams of protein intake per kilogram of body weight per day, for average sporting male.
Drink quality protein powder in reasonable quantity and you are good to go.
I think isolate makes difference
I’ve struggled with acne for years now. I also work out, but never had heard of the possibility of a link between whey protein and acne. I do consume a substantial amount of dairy in my diet, and it’s probably unrealistic for me to say I’ll be able to cut that out (at least entirely).
What hpen
Never cut dairy out of your diet. Cut out most quickly-digesting carbs out instead.
@@v.5442 why
Two years ago I though the same thing because I like all things cream. But here I am rarely eating cheese and icecream and using oat milk instead. Small steps over time…
Dairy and high fat dairy causes my acne to flair up.
I have used a wide variety of protein supplements for about 45 years, and just recently my creatinine, the inverse measure of kidney function (less than 1.1 is normal, mine is 1.3) started creeping up. So I think that over very long periods it can be detrimental, especially when you get above 150 grams per day. I would say that if you are going to use them for meal substitution, like breakfast, cut down the amount of protein in your shake, use non-dairy liquids like almond or coconut milk, and add frozen fruit to balance it out. And yes, the adverse effects of dairy on the prostate are established as well. To me, the flavor of whey protein is better than vegetable proteins, but you may be taking more chances. Adding a protein shake to 3 well-balanced meals adds very little, and as I pointed out, may be detrimental. I am a physician, so I respect the science, but also my own personal experience. I noticed on one of Larry Wheels' videos where he consults with a naturopath, that at his young age of 26 or 27, his creatinine was as elevated as mine. That wasn't even addressed in his formula for bettering all of his balances.
From what ive read somewhere in relation to acne, protein shake sometimes contain growth hormone/factor which makes our skin turnover much faster. This in turn results in deadskin build up and if not taken care of will clog up pores and causes the acne.
I was on a high protein diet beginning of the year and was taking whey protein shakes and protein bars and protein snacks etc.
My skin has always been clear from acne, never eeever suffered from acne but because of this diet my face was COVERED in acne. It was like ridiculous. It wasn’t immediate though, the problem started like 3 months into the diet and it’s been taking me months to get my skin back to where it was (not there yet).
Not saying that every one will experience this side effect, but if you have an intolerance to milk I’d go for vegan protein powders.
If you are lactose intolerant, no wonder you got acne! I hope your skin is better now. I struggle to digest soy, so vegan protein powders made me feel awful... I use whey protein now and its a bit better but I still get a headache sometimes. I just tend to eat whole foods now and that is what works best for me.
When I drink dairy milk in the United States, I have a tendency to break out, and when I consume American whey protein supplements, I tend to get terrible acne. By contrast, I haven't had this issue consuming milk or whey in Europe. My theory is that it has to do with rBST hormones, antibiotics, etc. that cows are often treated with in the US, but which are more strictly regulated in Europe.
It definitely leads to acne. I have been on 65 grams every day on top of the 40 to 60 grams I get from diet alone for the past 3 weeks. I have been lifting six days every week for 2 months. The acne on my arms has gotten much worse, but I have a huge zit on my face for the first time in almost 20 years (I'm 36 by the way). Of course everything affects everyone differently, but in my case it has certainly made my acne worse. I nearly fainted when I woke up to see a huge zit on my face after almost 20 years of clear skin.
Stop shooting roids
I think you may be confusing yourself there. Pretty sure lifting will increase your testosterone (but my MSc in nutritional science and human anatomy maybe wrong 🤔) and is more likely to cause acen fair ups. Especially if youre training and eating at a maintenance or above
I've never had any of those problems, because I drink enough water and consume enough healthy fats to help my body process the high lean protein intake.
Same! I feel like if your body needs it, it will make what your consuming go to all the right places. ✅
For a while (~3weeks) I did use whey protein powder regularly to complement my diet. This is purely anecdotal, but I DID notice an increase in acne during that time, with more regular breakouts from what is usually pretty forgiving skin. And this was before I knew that acne was seen as a common side-effect of whey protein supplementation...
That's because whey protein causes insulin to spike and in turn increase androgens. Happens more if you have insulin resistance.
I've used it for 14 years already, no issues and I always buy high-quality. At least once a week I take a break from protein all together to give my system a break
Is gold standard whey high quality?
I would love to share my experience with the hair loss part..... Hair loss is quite common when you are on losing spree. It's all because of the calorie deficit diet, we also become nutrition deficit. So, it's better to eat more and workout even more, in the order to provide necessary nutrition to our hairs too.
Or you could pick more nutrient rich foods when on calorie deficit diet + use supplements like multivitamine, omega 3 etc.
@@vegasbeebi true that!
well said
Funnily tenigh though, the more you eat the faster you age.
@@LemonToGo really…? You sure it’s not just dependent on how healthy the food is?
You should put subtitles, my parents don’t speak English and you explained really good
There is a setting to turn on closed captioning
@@uniquezuniga1524 It was a joke because some parents like mine won't let us use Protein because they think supplements will cause kidney damage and no matter what video you show them, they will not be convinced. My friends mother took his protein and dumped it down the toiled😂😂😂
@Aebel M Trust me man. I still hide it from them but I use it no matter what and it is showing great results. Just drink water properly and use good protein and everything will be good.
You overlooked the amount of sugar in an average whey protien shake. It's usually very high, unless you buy low sugar whey isolate protein.
Sugar will give you spots, which is probably why people think protein gives you spots. It doesn't, but the sugar in the shake will.
I'm Asian-American and I can say that whey protein really contributed to acne. As soon as I switched to a plant-based protein, the acne went away.
European here, same experience. Plant-based protein gives me zero acne and no digestive discomfort.
Omg I have acne, but I want to start using vegan protein for the same reason.
Started taking pea protein. It actually helped my skin clear up. I use oat milk for it, so maybe it's the oat milk too.
It's important to note plant based protein is not good quality protein, so in order to make it most effective you would want to mix them together and double the recommended dosage
@@anthonygomez7957 It's important to note plant based protein is not good quality protein, so in order to make it most effective you would want to mix them together and double the recommended dosage
I had issues with acne and digestion when I used to have whey protein especially when I mix it with milk so I switched to plant-based protein and the side effects have been reduced.
It's been a week taking Whey, I see I have gotten small dots of pimples on my forehead. I don't want to increase that. Should I switch to plant based protein??
@@harshbardhanshah mix it with water never mix with milk
@@krohnin7805 got it
I’ve had acne, but once I started a nightly skincare routine the acne went away. I think the acne was from sweating.
What night routine?
I've experienced acne worsening when I consume whey protein or high amount of dairy in particular. I solved this issue by shifting for a plant based protein. Recently I had a few deviations on my blood exam related to the kidney function. The doctor asked to stop the protein for some days and repeat the blood test again. Let's see what happens! Great content. Congrats
let us know about the results bro
and ?
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@@kiam.j.patterson5020 My results normalized, but the doctor says that might be a fluctuation on the exams. I continued to consume plant based protein powder, and did a new blood test a few months later. Everything normal. The fact is the acne got much better after I stop the whey protein.
@@seanballara2031 My results normalized, but the doctor says that might be a fluctuation on the exams. I continued to consume plant based protein powder, and did a new blood test a few months later. Everything normal. The fact is the acne got much better after I stop the whey protein.
I have noticed that I have got a lot more acne since taking protein shakes whilst the rest of my diet has stayed consistent. I already drink milk which gave me a bit of acne but I only got more after I regularly took shakes. But again that's me personally and how I work, not to say its the same for others
Any hair issues
I suffered from severe acne for almost 10-12 years, got rid of it by ditching all animal products. BTW Really nice videos. This channel deserves more subscribers. :)
That's very interesting Sam, thanks for sharing your experience
Same here, mine got better after ditching animal products too
Well some months ago I started using a vegan protein and I saw better results, no bad diggestive problems, acne didn' got worse, my overall mood was fine. About some weeks ago I started using a isolated whey protein, my acne got really bad (like huge pimples and a lot of them too), I have a sensitive stomach and it gave me bad diggestive problems, I feel bloated all the time, also my mood got way worse (but IDK if it's related). I rarely eat dairy food unless heavy cream or cheese every once in a while.
I’ve been eating about 100 grams of protein ranging from vegan, whey and egg white for about 10 years now and I have no problems with any of these… I do have pretty big muscles compared to most men though.😁
I started taking whey at 14 and had really bad acne as a teenager. I didn’t have a skin routine either tho. No one else in my family had acne as bad as mine and none of them took whey. I also had a very dairy heavy diet. I stopped taking whey and cut out most of the dairy in my diet but I still get ocasional breakouts. I do take better care of my skin tho.
could be hormonal too
Regarding the acne point , my personal experience were when i used cheap protein powders ( mainly 100% whey protein concentrate instead of a mix of isolates and concentrate) i would break out a LOT that comes hand in hand with severe diarrhea. So the quality of the product also matters alot.
I always broke out with Whey concentrate protein. But taking Whey ‘isolate’ never makes me break out. Huge difference in quality.
I've always had acne issues in my life (two times I've had to use Accutane). I've noticed I would break out from whey protein, and switched to egg white protein. After switching out my acne problems lessened by a lot.
What about plant based protein?
@@anthonygomez7957 not sure if I did try that. I found what works and I'm sticking with it.
You didn't explain if protein damages kidneys. Why just talk about protein powder? Where are these studies & what is the P number & Confidence Intervals?
Have been using protein powder since 7 to 8yrs but never ever had these problems...these factors all depends upon ur gentics and how ur body accept it...taking a good quality protein will never harm u
i’m 17 and i take protein powder. I’m dealing with hair loss so be careful if your about to consume any protein supplements if your under 18.
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I had/have very bad acne, and when I stopped drink whey protein there was a MASSIVE difference. (I’m also lactose intolerant btw) sun bathing/tanning/blue light therapy will completely kill off all acne on my skin.
16 yo Lifting, working out and taking protein and creatine and in my 1 year journey my acne has actually decreased. I started washing my face more often and BOOM it is nearly gone... I know that genetics are playing a big role but that is prbbly not my case i guess.
According to my own experience, I had whey protein for about a month straight and my hair loss process accelerated drastically. I was really worried about why it was happening untill finally one night I googled "does protein powder causes hair loss?". And there it was, the article read ,"it MAY accelerate hair loss" so from the next day I gave up protein powder and my hair loss reduced to almost none I am so happy that I had it figured on time and I will be more than happy if my experience could help someone retain their hair
Are you genetically going to lose hair ?
Ive had clear skin my whole life But as soon as i started drinking protein shakes ive gotten acne all over my forehead and chin.
William Mcpherson no because since i stopped i havent Got any
I tend to see acne crop up more when I start using a lot of whey protein after not using any for a while, especially when combined with adding milk. it's not extreme but yeah, like more oil is produced in my skin or something. I reckon there is an affect for some people, would love to see some solid research on the topic be done.
Ever since I cut whey and dairy, most of my acne went away. When I eat dairy my acne flairs up for a couple days
Sugar causes acne, not milk.
ISLAM is Satan's masterpiece - est satanique dairy causes inflammation, causing acne and breakouts.
Honestly I’ve noticed my acne which was previously mostly non existent got worse when I started working out heavily and using a lot of whey protein
If you stay consistent, your body will get normalized to the new routines and adjust. Don’t stop
UIUC Animal Science Major here, and I frequently work out with whey protein. Some whey protein powders contain lactose which is the main protein in milk which can lead to acne as a result. I recommend using whey isolate so lactose is not included in the powder. Works for me !!
I used to have increased levels of acne, that was due to the fact that I was drinking my whey protein powder with milk. I replaced the milk with almond milk, and... no acne! Hope this might me helpfull to some people!
Which protein powder you are using?
@@joinindianarmy4537 Vanilla flavour from MyProtein
@@Wesselv7 Have you ever tried Isolate?
Why this channel has so low subcribers and views? The quality of the information and video is amazing!
Cause this guys a SoyBoy
Sergio Chiew / Probably because he’s posting nearly false information.
because most people are watching mukbang videos living out their fat fantasies.
As a young person who started taking whey protein at age 23- I did notice worse acne than ever before. Never thought it was because of protein though. But it makes sense because practically nothing else changed for me, from skin care to lifestyle
I just recently started using Whey protein this week. At the same time, I’ve noticed that my acne has gotten worse. So as for me, the Whey is not the way!
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Try hydrolyzed whey protein and tell us if you have the same results.
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I got seveeeere acne when i took creatine and whey protein over night. When i stopped drinking it my skin got back to normal
MARIA BAUER did you take whey with milk or water ?
I experimented on myself. Anytime I drank a protein shake my acne broke like crazy. When I stopped it went away. I tried other methods of taking the protein but none worked. I tried mixing it in with a bowl of oatmeal. I tried it with water. I tried it with milk. I even tried putting it cake batter and baking it. It also gave me the farts like crazy. Stuff is also pretty expensive. I now stick to tuna (25g of protein in a can) 90 cents a can, grilled chicken breast, eggs, almonds, the usual stuff in a high prot diet. I used to workout 5 times a week, sometimes twice a day (I took weight training at community college, so I had that workout and the one outside of class). I liked the way it tasted and the quicker recovery, but hated the price, acne and being bloated, so I switched to regular foods.
Tuna has a lot of mercury, it should be eaten like 2 or 3 times per week.
Appreciate the scientific backing of each statement. Nice change to all the opinions on TH-cam.
Great work!
I really love your videos, it's good quality, good editing and the best thing is you always prove your facts through journals :)
It makes me happy that you're enjoying my work! Thank you for your support :)
I did find that in my case increased milk intake does lead to bad acne. That was especially true when I was teenager. In general increased protein intake, above certain level, depending if I workout or not, in my case is causing some sort of acne. Milk being probably the worst offender.
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The quality of your content is amazing, you definitely deserve more subs on this channel, wish you the best!
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DocUnlock It’s nice to see these are myths. Unfortunately I learned that too much protein in general can be hard on the kidney, maybe even cause stones. I’m worried because I’ve been eating a lot eggs and protein shakes. Do I need to worry at all?
@@joecoolberry911 Look up Paul Saladino, Shawn Baker, They're doctors and know alot about protein. Their books The Carnivore Code, The Carnivore Diet. They both have utube vids as well.
lactose produce acne, so yes, if you have problems like me, with whey protein, just try a vegan options, they are pretty much the same
Or bone broth protein!
I drink milk everyday. Should i buy whey protein? I have never had acne or something like that
@@jackfl3 yes, there s no problem :D
Im late but some personal info, Some powders can make you have acne, bloating and nausea and that is a result of sucralose an artificial sweetener. I had all three symptoms and switched powders to a non-GMO, flavorless portion powder and everything has been amazing. Carry on !
i had severe acne with whey protein and yeah its true...i change to plant protein and acne no more.
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From my experience drinking milk, I start getting acne. Whey protein has lactose in it. So, if you are lactose intolerant it may be causing acne breakouts.
Same here
I really enjoyed the way you built up to indirectly explain the possible side effects. Hard to believe you are only at 1.2k subscribers, if you keep this up, I feel like that count will explode. Great video, thanks.
It's a tricky topic because there isn't much direct research into protein and acne/hair loss. If there was, then it would have been much easier to give a definitive answer. But instead I had to rely on first principles for this one.
I'm glad you enjoyed the way I approached it. If there's anything I could do better in future, please let me know!
Yeah, well I had about 500- 750ml of cow milk or barley milk with three small spoons of protein powder daily during the past sixmonths.
I don't remember my skin looking that badly before --> many pimples. Also, hair loss is happening really fast in the past six months. I can see negative changes on my hair line from week to week. Only today I learnt that my protein intake could be the cause for both of that. While this video isnt really clear about the effect extra protein from shakes can have, I read on other resources that there is some more evidence for that.
Whatsoever, I will pause from taking protein powder and only drink barley milk in the next months. Wanna see how my skin and hair loss will change by that.
update?
One other very deciding factor on kidney function is myoglobinuria, which has resulted from rhabdomyolysis, or extreme muscle breakdown, in Crossfit athletes who overdo it, and many do. Myoglobinuria, the presence of muscle protein in urine, caused acute kidney failure in some of these athletes, and required brief dialysis in a few. Having read of their descriptions online, they describe that they learned their lessons, and would never do that again.
Eating protein is important for hair growth, because hair follicles are mostly made of protein. Just saying 😅
Don't be foolish, protein in our hair is called keratin which are very different or have nothing to do with the proteins that these supplements provide.
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And that's why people should not go overboard with the recommended daily amount. I've known a guy from the village where I live who wanted to get bulky very fast and consumed like 3-5x times the recommended amount of protein, creatine, vitamins, etc.
He passed away due to organ failure.
If you take the normal and recommended amount of the supplements AND you eat and drink properly and live healthily by not smoking and doing sports regularly, you'll be fine.
I have taken protein powder for years and haven't noticed ANY side effects at all. Same with my dad that has been working-out with an almost daily in-take of protein powder for like 15 years or something. Just stick to the recommended amount and you're good, the last thing we need is for people to think protein powder is steriods 2.0.. because it's not even remotely close.
Eat and drink as you do normally, but add the recommended amount of protein powder before or after your work-out. Don't replace meals with protein powder. I mean.. it's just basic shit
Well protein powder is added with some extra stuff which isn’t really natural. Just eat a lot of meat
@@joemama6710that can also come with side-effects. There is no simple easy solution as every options has drawbacks and risks. For the majority of people. Recommended portion whey protein after workouts will not have any negative side effects
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Overall, the video provides valuable insights into common concerns about protein powder consumption, clarifying misconceptions and offering alternative solutions. Gratitude for the clarity and helpful information provided!
I'm kind of shocked to notice your second point. I always thought Testosterone and protein are responsible for hair growth.
That's what I always read online.
Is that really true?
i know im very late. but organisms works on homeostasis. wich in short is they balances out what you give it to make it work toward a prefered balance. however, this doesnt mean it can take any ammount of anything. and there are threshholds in wich the balance starts to fail. In the lower threshold you have malnutrition. in wich the body lacks certain things in order to balance things out correctly. the upper threshold could be considered "poisoning". in this case, the body recives more than it can safely manage (sometimes these are upper thresholds so low we straight up call them toxic, like cyanide).
so in the same way a plant's most limiting nutrient is usually nitrogen, but giving it too much nitrogen can kill the plant, the human body needs protein to function, but if yyou give it way too much (lets say threefold or more than it needs), then the body wont be able to safely handle it anymmore and will start experiencing adverse effects.
So yes. protein can be responsible for hair growth, but produce the opposite effect if overdone. same with testosterone.
There are people that have gone through medical complications because they drank way too much water, even.
i really like how u occasionally look down while reading off the screen. looks very realistic and more engaging nice job pogchamp
its not supposed to help weight training its a supplement. the whole point is to increase ur intake if ur struggling to get it high enough through normal diet.
Really love that you use scientific journals, and especially meta-analyses. Cuz there's a million studies on things like health and nutrition. It can get confusing.