The 6 Star also has Beta-Alanine and creatine. It is also very cheap for what you get. The Balm Pop flavor taste great. For the servings you get and price point you can not beat it. No it's not the BEST but it's cheap, great tasting, and I like it. I have tried others and most are nothing special. Plus I can add to it other things if I so choose. Like more creatine, cit, and ammino acids.
PROTIEN POWDERS: Whey protien ..fast absorbing "Isopure" 4:03 Plant based protien ... meal replacing "Vega" 6:36 Collagen Protien (not a complete protien)... "Vital protien" 7:08 PRE WORKOUT: (basically all have artificial sweeteners in them) "Muscle pump" 18:19 (just make your own with this) 18:32 "Jekyll & Hyde" 19:43
The incomplete protein concept has long since been debunked. That’s just something people throw around to promote the status quo I guess bc ppl love animal products and don’t want to accept an alternative is just as good (and better health wise). Which makes little sense to me it’s not as if you’re gonna stop using animal products if that’s what you enjoy. Low amino acid numbers only matter when you either aren’t consuming a lot of food, after you’ve consumed so much you’ll have met the daily requirement of that amino acid. And it doesn’t even have to be consumed within the same time frame, just has to be within the same day. This is totally ignoring the fact we’re eating a variety of foods which make up for the amino acids each other are lower in. Studies that get stuff like 40% more digestibility from animal protein are ones measuring what happens when you have 1 serving of food. Idk what the name of the study was but there’s a recent one where they measured a practical amount and found eggs or milk at 89%, plant 91%, and eggs or milk at 95% digestibility. Implying if you’re going for a specific number you might have to add a little bit extra grams to hit no matter what you’re eating
Isopure: "has sucralose. Great if you aren't worried about all the other stuff in it." ISO: "can be considered a competitor to Isopure. Has Sucralose so it clearly doesn't make the cut." I love your advice, but that biased was loud and clear
@@wowwhyisthistaken yes. If the worst your competition has is edible glitter and food coloring, it does make the cut. Btw. After this video I tried his recommended brand and tasted like monkey ass. I'll gladly consume edible glitter and food coloring to save my taste buds. Also, he grabbed the flavor that had THE MOST ingredients. Fruity pebbles has many crazy ingredients so it can taste like the cereal. He if he would have grabbed the plain chocolate or vanilla the list would have been easily comparable. This is another reason why you don't trust a man's opinion on supplements when he's comparing them to the brand that pays his bills lmao
@@jarrodsmith4019 "if he would have grabbed the plain chocolate or vanilla the list would have been easily comparable." No, because the "brand that pays his bills" was pure whey Isolate with a negligible amount of harmless lecithin. The other one had artificial flavorings and sweeteners including but not limited to the carcinogenic sucralose (cane sugar coated in cancer forming chemicals to prevent digestion).
5:43 I know it was probably for the video to display the protein but the fact you put the stuff back in the right place and at the edge of the shelf hits so hard after a night of 3rd shift stocking lmao.
Trying to sift through all the protein powders is daunting, this helped a great deal. I was getting the dymatize (french vanilla) at Sam's Club for 40 dollars (80 oz) which is quite a good deal, but it was disappointing to find out about the acesulfame potassium which was important enough that Thomas specifically called it out as concerning (spikes insulin). So that has me shopping again, but wtf, the isopure is twice the cost for less product. Amazon won't let you sort by price per ounce, but they do list it, which helps. I don't know why anyone even considers anything more than a 1.50 per ounce product if they are leaning heavily on the whey protein to hit their daily total protein goal (assuming ~1 gram per pound of body weight). I am not a foodie nor have the time to make all the high protein meals I need each day, I have to make the shakes. Dymatize was, by far, the best deal assuming you buy it at Sam's Club (.50 an ounce). I guess I'll have to live with the acesulfame potassium. It should be noted that Amazon prices for Dymatize is substantially higher that what they sell it for in the store so maybe that is also the case for buying at Walmart too. Edit:. I was wrong. The dymatize I get from sam's is only 58 oz, not 80.
Dude dont believe all the bullshit Acesulfame is protein powders doesnt matter, the protein you get wen if its concentrate or isolate they both will spike insuline so a tiny bit of acesulfame or sucralose does not matter at all Safe yourself some money dont believe everything on youtube
Acesulfame potassium will NOT spike your insulin whatsoever, UNLESS, there is already glucose present in your body, which I'd assume you're cutting off since you seem to be concerned about insulin to begin with. The entire point of AceK is to be a substitute to glucose that can be used without the fear of insulin rising. You have most likely been ingesting AceK for your entire life seeing as it's very often used in everyday products including dairy just as an example. It's been put through numerous tests for years and it's been deemed safe for god knows how long, however just like everything else in life, it should be taken in moderation. One of the few negative studies of AceK is one from the 1970s when it was still new on a few RATS, so... yeah. You're fine man.
a little trick i learned is to take the amount of protein per serving and divide it by the serving size. if it comes out to the 70% and up mark then that's apparently a very decent ratio and you're not needing to use a huge amount to reach the amount of protein stated; and you're not wasting money.
Try AppliedNutrition Iso-Xp whey protein isolate . 93.5% protein . No soy , no fat , no carbs , zero sugar . It’s number one in the UK . I’m sure you can find it on Amazon
To be fair, that iso 100 is the limited edition fruity pebbles flavor 😅 Also you must keep serving size in mind when choosing proteins! That Isopure protein is $20 for 16 servings. ON gold standard is much higher rated and although they did change their formula lately, is a lot cheaper with 6 extra servings you get that definitely adds up.
@@FrancescaReviews I sometimes only use protein powder and milk, and sometimes blend the powder with milk, banana, oat, peanut butter, greek yogurt together. I heard a lot of people like fruity pebbles flavor but do you think fruity pebbles would still taste good if I add it to the blend?
if u wanna eat super clean and healthy u gotta pay. there is no way around that. WHAT do u value in lofe? car, home projects, fashion? put all ur money into health instead
Thanks for your detailed analysis of many of the shelved protein products at Walmart! Don't forget that egg whites are a very good source of protein too! There is liquid egg whites people can buy for convenience if they don't like busting open raw eggs. BTW, I have stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease and since I urinate out much of my protein, I need to eat/drink quality proteins but ideally, non-animal based proteins so I was happy to see there was a plant-based protein available.
I took Isopure and LOVED it for a very long time because it worked, and never upset my stomach, but then they increased their prices by almost 2x.. sad.
Man, I can't thank you enough for how informative this is for the every day consumer. I currently use Raw Organic Meal from Garden of Life. No hemp, unfortunately, like you recommended for the pea protein, but at least it doesn't have the artificial sweeteners. Keep up the good work.
protein powder is definitely cheaper than eating solid food, those cans would give you at least a month of use. you cant physically eat enough protein in physical food when working out or at the very least it would be uncomfortable. just about finding the right powder for you and avoiding the scammy ones by understanding the label
@@noahvillalpando it's recommend to intake 1-1.2 g/protein per lb/bodyweight, an egg is only 6 grams of protein and chicken breast is about 25g meaning yku would have to have four meals of chicken breast and 4 eggs to hit protein intake for a ~190lb~ individual who is strength training. thats not including greens, fruits, nuts, dairy, drinks etc. and thats just the low end of protein intake.
I’m new to buying protein powder. All i eat for my protein.4 egg’s after my fast.love my salmon for my healthy fats.what’s the best protein w ?? There’s alot out there
@@blxckleppxrd mayo clinic gives .9 g per pound of bodyweight as an upper limit to their wide range for very active people- and don't even kid yourself that some gym bruh is more active than a farmhand. that's the highest estimate i have seen among reputable sources. these really extravagant claims you see online all come from fake natties fronting "hArD wErk Do0d"
The best advice he gave was "Just take a whey protein isolate and add coconut milk" If you are not a scientist at reading these chemical ingredients, just go back to basics
If a product says 0 sugar, better read the ingredients. Some products use artificial sweeteners, that I avoid . So read what is in the product you buy .
Thanks Thomas, great video and great information! I was just hitting you up on your Instagram DM about Walmart protein too. 70 pounds down since January and you’re a big reason for my continued life changing success. Love your due diligence and attention to detail. Hats off to you good sir!
As someone who’s lactose intolerant, Muscle Milk makes the most sense to me mainly cause it has all the milk proteins without milk. The savings difference between it and IsoPure and all the rest is negligible. + I don’t use protein shakes that often so I won’t care about the high calories.
I'm surprised he found two that he liked. The video was informative and I'm thankful he took the time to break down the more con's than pro's for protein powders. When you don't know, you don't know!
Seriously the crap these companies get away with is scary. How could you put stuff that goes completely against the reasoning for using these products? Just mind boggling to me. My confidence is non existent when I shop for nutritional care I spend 45 mins reading labels smh
Can you tell me what’s the best brand? There’s so my out here. My protein is usually eaten eggs or chicken. Or salmon.but I’m having trouble putting on muscle. I lift weights everyday
Oh my goodness, I am insulin resistant and have been breaking my fast each day with the Body Fortress IP shake, the exact one you cover in this video (vanilla creme). I had no idea that caused a huge insulin spike!! Thank you for this video! I’ll be trying another brand.
all whey proteins, concentrate or isolate will spike insuline , and thats without any sucralose or acesulfame in it in your case casein is the best option Casein has the lowest insuline spike
I'm 2.5 hours away from a 72 hour water/black coffee only fast and I'm not even hungry. I'm a little freaked about it. I'm ready to gently break the fast.
The Dymatize ISO100 has to be the best tasting protein powder available. Especially their chocolate flavor. The Fruity Pebbles flavor he looked at had all the artificial colors and glitter stuff, but the normal flavors don't have all those. Even then, it says on the label "less than 1%". So you have to take into account, that it is just a very tiny amount of "bad" stuff. If flavor is not a concern for you, then he's right, you can't beat the ISOpure for clean protein powders. But you will pay a bit more for no flavor. Just up to personal preference.
It mixes very well. Some cheaper powders can clump up or feel grainy but ISO100 is very smooth and blends completely. Also, since it is hydrolyzed, it is easier to digest. While other types of whey protein can cause digestive distress. I've had no problems with the ISO 100. Also the hydrolyzed whey protein is absorbed faster than other whey proteins. Then you can get into recovery quicker after a work out.
I love these videos too they are great! I would also love to see something about the best products out there, not just what you can get at Walmart or a chain store! I understand why these videos necessary of course but I think it would be great for those of us who try not to shop at the big box stores. I have some great health food stores in my area but they are packed with so many different products it's hard to pick out the best ones!
Yea, I like how he mentioned Isopure are sponsors of this video. Then he praises Isopure over Dymatize and especially Optimum Nutrition , who have been in the industry for years.
Can we get your opinion on garden of life protein? It’s another plant based one sold at Walmart but for some reason they hide it away in another section in the pharmacy. Was hoping it was included in this video but I totally understand why you missed it.
Wow, just a year ago and the prices are nearly HALF of what they were today when I went to WalMart looking for whey protein. I ended up getting the Gold Standard Whey and it cost $1.16 per gram, like $28 for 1.5 pounds.
@Violett Fem I’d expect for a woman to say that, lol, I had an ex who absolutely adored it, but even she- … well, nah, she’d love it 😂🤦🏽♂️, but I have absolutely NO use for ANY damn glitter, especially while trying to build muscle
I love your content but this is a rare miss for me. You need to also consider 'taste' and weigh the pros and cons of costs compared to something that tastes bad. Vega might have an impressive ingredient list, but it tastes bad to me because it is more 'earthy and plant based. I've never had a good Vega product. On the other hand, I do appreciate the flavors of Dymatize and Muscle Milk. That's why the ingredient list is longer. So you're getting less protein per serving as an example but if it's something you're gonna enjoy over and over again it's a good product. I will say that I also agree IsoPure is a better product overall but not necessarily in taste. Again That's something that you need to consider.
Just found this video... thanks so much. Ive been standing on the walmart supplement aisle trying to figure out which protein powder is the best so this is perfect. Thanks.
Preworkout: EVL : Tastes like Blue Raspberry Sour patch kids. Hands get cold. Noticeably list more. Set aside 30minutes before heading to the gym for sitting on the toilet. SixStar : Walgreens brand. Several flavors, not bad. Half the scoop size of EVL. Works okay. Less poop prep time. Muscletech (not the one in this video) : Worked well, tasted good, quick poop and go. Protein : Optimal Nutrition ON : Only protein that blends perfectly when shaken. Even when there was a missing bag of it found 5 years later. ISO : Had too much sugar for my to try. BPI : Mixed decently when shaken. Premier protein Drink : Taste good, drank it fast didn't seem to make a difference.
He couldn't film this in my Walmart which is in the middle of Orlando. There would be a thousand people bumping into him and walking in and out of the video. WM's here are a madhouse.
Good video! Very helpful. I’ve been seeing ads for Kachava. I’m wondering what your opinion on it is. It sounds pretty good as a meal replacement and a greens supplement in one. Is there anything else on the market similar? Thanks!
i just entered the protein shake world yesterday doing a bunch of research before making my selections thanks for the info!!!! i will be getting the dymatize iso100 mocha latte flavor and the vega vanilla flavor.. ur awesome thanks again
Thank you, i’ve spent like a good hour staring at all those dang supplements at Walmart. I must say yours is better stocked. My walmart is missing more than 2/3 of those items
I really appreciate these types of videos! They are so helpful. I’m clean Keto and have read that Sucralose is fine. Can you please tell us why you don’t approve? I’m not arguing, I’m asking for education :) I don’t want to sabotage my clean WOE. Also, if you could, when you cover several items can you either put up your ‘Thomas approved’ picture on all items you approve or set them up together at the end of the video? I hope that’s not asking too much, but when you cover a wide variety of products I appreciate it so much, but sometimes it’s hard to remember which ones you approved. Thank you for everything you do :)
I used to have the same issue especially at the speed he goes lol Now I use the pause button and write down his recommendations on a pad of paper. Works very well and I end up with a list that I take with me Cheers
Thank you Thomas, Another great and informative video. Question: have you or any of your subscribers heard of Ka’Chava: a nutrient-dense meal protein powder. I have been seeing a lot of their commercials lately, and wondering if anyone has tried it or knows more about it. Is it any good or just another new gimmick powder.
Yes, I have and it's something like muscle milk just fewer calories. if you are looking to bulk up it would be a good meal replacement to use. it's very flexible but you have to blend it. it's not like regular protein powders. if you don't have time for breakfast in the morning that might be a good way to go, the only issue is that it can be expensive.....
Thank you. Walmart is the only place close to where I live to get any protein powder etc. And I always question myself about getting the best one and most effective and healthy one. Thank you. I subscribed to your channel today.
Optimum nutrition is not #1 in the world , Amazon helps the company get ranked high cuz Amazon can make a lot of money . It’s not high in protein . always check the nutritional information per 100 g not per serving . Check this one AppliedNutriotion ISO-XP whey protein isolate. Per 100 g --> 93.5 g of protein . 100% from grass-fed cows .
Right poo poo the sucralose in other brands but no biggie if it's in the ISO. Sponsor or not, no need for contradiction. Other than that good video and glad for the information or provided
He talked about them in the costco protein vid. You are getting milk protein (not even whey concentrate!) together with a bunch of chemicals. Hard pass.
Good day Thomas. My family truly appreciates the high informational break-downs you give for Keto and Nutrition. I was wondering if you could do a review on OWYN products. The regular and Elite shakes. The Cold Brew shake and the Protein Powder's. Please and thank you.
So basically dont drink pre workouts…just have some coffee…Arnold and Ferrigno say the same thing. And as for Isopure…I need flavor…whats something healthy to mix with it?
I love core power drinks but if you go by Tom’s standards it contains Acesulfame potassium or Ace k and Sucralose which are no good, especially if fasting or doing Keto because they spike insulin. Ace k is the bigger problem with insulin spikes but studies show that Sucralose destroys your good gut bacteria. At least that’s what he says in his energy drink video.
Creatine is so good for aggressive cutting, it keeps you going when on a serious caloric deficit , used it to drop weight a while ago and I remember being able to work just fine with very little in my stomach
I had a feeling that you were going to bust open C4 as well. I use C4 Sport regularly and it does have sucralose and blue #1 but it also has creatine monohydrate, beta alanine and other pre workout essentials. One scoop of that in my water 30 minutes prior to my workout makes me super strong. We're talking a difference of 20 additional reps that I would not be able to do without the supplement. I bought a tub of it at CVS on discount and only paid $13 and some change. It's worth every dime for the results I get. The only downside that I noticed is that it will raise your blood pressure sometimes. I only intend to use it for a limited time until it runs out and I maximize my gains. It's working very well so far and I like what I'm seeing in the mirror.
i use c4 sport, i bought it at costco, 26$ for 45 servings, super cheap, high energy. yes it has all those ingredients but they would be good if thy were in amounts to actually work. beta alanine, has to be 3.6g for max results, if you see a pre workout with 3.6 grams you can know they are science based and a good trusting point, creatine, the creatine is unnecessary as its probably just a filler, low quality/ potency. another con is the energy has no focus to combat it, my adhd just goes nuts when i take it, no feelings of the muscles contracting, less burn= less gains.
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The 6 Star also has Beta-Alanine and creatine. It is also very cheap for what you get. The Balm Pop flavor taste great. For the servings you get and price point you can not beat it. No it's not the BEST but it's cheap, great tasting, and I like it. I have tried others and most are nothing special. Plus I can add to it other things if I so choose. Like more creatine, cit, and ammino acids.
Can I mix the isopure with the 100% creatine in one shake?
Please do GNC review
I'm just curious what's the patch on the back of your arm
@@EllipticalGamer-Subscribe-Like It's his trt cream patch. LOL.
PROTIEN POWDERS:
Whey protien ..fast absorbing "Isopure" 4:03
Plant based protien ... meal replacing
"Vega" 6:36
Collagen Protien (not a complete protien)...
"Vital protien" 7:08
PRE WORKOUT:
(basically all have artificial sweeteners in them)
"Muscle pump" 18:19
(just make your own with this) 18:32
"Jekyll & Hyde" 19:43
No one has said it yet but this comment is the real mvp
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The incomplete protein concept has long since been debunked. That’s just something people throw around to promote the status quo I guess bc ppl love animal products and don’t want to accept an alternative is just as good (and better health wise). Which makes little sense to me it’s not as if you’re gonna stop using animal products if that’s what you enjoy. Low amino acid numbers only matter when you either aren’t consuming a lot of food, after you’ve consumed so much you’ll have met the daily requirement of that amino acid. And it doesn’t even have to be consumed within the same time frame, just has to be within the same day. This is totally ignoring the fact we’re eating a variety of foods which make up for the amino acids each other are lower in. Studies that get stuff like 40% more digestibility from animal protein are ones measuring what happens when you have 1 serving of food. Idk what the name of the study was but there’s a recent one where they measured a practical amount and found eggs or milk at 89%, plant 91%, and eggs or milk at 95% digestibility. Implying if you’re going for a specific number you might have to add a little bit extra grams to hit no matter what you’re eating
Thanks!
That was so helpful thanks!
Isopure: "has sucralose. Great if you aren't worried about all the other stuff in it."
ISO: "can be considered a competitor to Isopure. Has Sucralose so it clearly doesn't make the cut."
I love your advice, but that biased was loud and clear
@@wowwhyisthistaken yes. If the worst your competition has is edible glitter and food coloring, it does make the cut. Btw. After this video I tried his recommended brand and tasted like monkey ass. I'll gladly consume edible glitter and food coloring to save my taste buds.
Also, he grabbed the flavor that had THE MOST ingredients. Fruity pebbles has many crazy ingredients so it can taste like the cereal. He if he would have grabbed the plain chocolate or vanilla the list would have been easily comparable. This is another reason why you don't trust a man's opinion on supplements when he's comparing them to the brand that pays his bills lmao
Totally agree. This is a sales video hidden in a “research” video
It’s the flavor they have for iso 100.. regular chocolate iso 100 has like 3 ingredients
@@jarrodsmith4019
"if he would have grabbed the plain chocolate or vanilla the list would have been easily comparable."
No, because the "brand that pays his bills" was pure whey Isolate with a negligible amount of harmless lecithin. The other one had artificial flavorings and sweeteners including but not limited to the carcinogenic sucralose (cane sugar coated in cancer forming chemicals to prevent digestion).
@@joebenson528 the brand that pays his bills has a secondary flavor that also has all that extra shit. Didn't you watch the video?
So Sulcarose is bad unless its in a product that hes advertising and sponsored by , then its absolutely fine
I’ve noticed that too. Bias to what’s paying him
The other one has multiple other issues, and sucralose was downvoted on both. Sounds like your bias towards the fruity pebble bullshit
I was about to say…
Yeah he said it himself- he got to speak carefully and not sound "too" biased
He did point it out and say it was the one thing he didn't like.
If he was being truly bias hed not even had mentioned it and you'd never know
5:43 I know it was probably for the video to display the protein but the fact you put the stuff back in the right place and at the edge of the shelf hits so hard after a night of 3rd shift stocking lmao.
This guy's like a walking encyclopedia. Amazing that he spouts all this stuff on the spot at about 110 mph.
He is a young “Jim Stoppani”💯
I probably would be taking a minute to look up each thing 😂😂
@@bobbyluna8079 LOL! LIterally what I've been doing. Its taking me soooooo long to learn about each thing XD
Makes us dumb Mfs sound like cave men huh bro
Take what he’s saying with a gran of salt. Everyone body is different.
Trying to sift through all the protein powders is daunting, this helped a great deal. I was getting the dymatize (french vanilla) at Sam's Club for 40 dollars (80 oz) which is quite a good deal, but it was disappointing to find out about the acesulfame potassium which was important enough that Thomas specifically called it out as concerning (spikes insulin). So that has me shopping again, but wtf, the isopure is twice the cost for less product. Amazon won't let you sort by price per ounce, but they do list it, which helps. I don't know why anyone even considers anything more than a 1.50 per ounce product if they are leaning heavily on the whey protein to hit their daily total protein goal (assuming ~1 gram per pound of body weight). I am not a foodie nor have the time to make all the high protein meals I need each day, I have to make the shakes. Dymatize was, by far, the best deal assuming you buy it at Sam's Club (.50 an ounce). I guess I'll have to live with the acesulfame potassium.
It should be noted that Amazon prices for Dymatize is substantially higher that what they sell it for in the store so maybe that is also the case for buying at Walmart too.
Edit:. I was wrong. The dymatize I get from sam's is only 58 oz, not 80.
Dymatize isolate 100 one of the best proteins you can also try gold standard whey 100% ON
Dude dont believe all the bullshit
Acesulfame is protein powders doesnt matter, the protein you get wen if its concentrate or isolate they both will spike insuline so a tiny bit of acesulfame or sucralose does not matter at all
Safe yourself some money dont believe everything on youtube
Acesulfame potassium will NOT spike your insulin whatsoever, UNLESS, there is already glucose present in your body, which I'd assume you're cutting off since you seem to be concerned about insulin to begin with.
The entire point of AceK is to be a substitute to glucose that can be used without the fear of insulin rising.
You have most likely been ingesting AceK for your entire life seeing as it's very often used in everyday products including dairy just as an example.
It's been put through numerous tests for years and it's been deemed safe for god knows how long, however just like everything else in life, it should be taken in moderation.
One of the few negative studies of AceK is one from the 1970s when it was still new on a few RATS, so... yeah. You're fine man.
try rich piana's egg white crystal protein powder from 5% nutrition. single ingredient super healthy!
One thing I noticed when comparing , is the number of scoops per serving. Sometimes it is indeed cheaper, but the serving size is two scoops vs one.
Did you notice the size of the scoops you were comparing? They vary quite a bit
a little trick i learned is to take the amount of protein per serving and divide it by the serving size. if it comes out to the 70% and up mark then that's apparently a very decent ratio and you're not needing to use a huge amount to reach the amount of protein stated; and you're not wasting money.
@@skullduggery3377 Good advice 👍 thanks
@@skullduggery3377 Did not know that. Thanks for sharing that info!
quality or quanitity
Tom, you said a lot of words that went right over my head, but at the same time, I learned a bunch. Awesome video
He is a super smart cookie ( cookie made with stevia, monk fruit or erythritol) lol
I have really been needing this video, there are way too many choices. Thank you!
Try AppliedNutrition Iso-Xp whey protein isolate . 93.5% protein . No soy , no fat , no carbs , zero sugar . It’s number one in the UK . I’m sure you can find it on Amazon
What did you get?
Don't buy uk products
My protein also fake
It bribed labdoor to boost protein efficiency was caught and 7 ppl from labdoor were sacked
To be fair, that iso 100 is the limited edition fruity pebbles flavor 😅
Also you must keep serving size in mind when choosing proteins! That Isopure protein is $20 for 16 servings. ON gold standard is much higher rated and although they did change their formula lately, is a lot cheaper with 6 extra servings you get that definitely adds up.
Yeah but that fruity pebbles flavor tastes amazing 😅
@@FrancescaReviews I sometimes only use protein powder and milk, and sometimes blend the powder with milk, banana, oat, peanut butter, greek yogurt together. I heard a lot of people like fruity pebbles flavor but do you think fruity pebbles would still taste good if I add it to the blend?
if u wanna eat super clean and healthy u gotta pay. there is no way around that. WHAT do u value in lofe? car, home projects, fashion? put all ur money into health instead
@@FrancescaReviews does it taste good with water?
for pure stuff. good luck getting that with ON.
Love the grocery overhauls and what products to look out for at different stores. Keep on making these kind of videos
Thanks for your detailed analysis of many of the shelved protein products at Walmart! Don't forget that egg whites are a very good source of protein too! There is liquid egg whites people can buy for convenience if they don't like busting open raw eggs.
BTW, I have stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease and since I urinate out much of my protein, I need to eat/drink quality proteins but ideally, non-animal based proteins so I was happy to see there was a plant-based protein available.
Have you checked out Garden of Life plant protein powders yet? Don't know if you will get this since it's been 2ish years. Hope you are doing well...
I literally just started working out again while doing Keto and I was going to look up vids like this. Thank you for making this!!
I took Isopure and LOVED it for a very long time because it worked, and never upset my stomach, but then they increased their prices by almost 2x.. sad.
Bear in mind that the Biden inflation spares
nobody.
Thomas should make his own workout supplement line. Would buy no questions asked
Yes!!!!
true
YES... he would make 💰
And I would happily buy his supps
WIN 🏆 WIN
I like that idea!!
Would be nice. He'd put out a product without the added fillers/junk
you motivated me to consume no flavor isolation protein powder. thank you. i’m tried of unnecessary shit. in the end we all just want protein
1lb of meat has more protein than you need.
This video came right on time. I was looking for protein powder last night and decided to wait
I'm not a body builder but I've noticed that these shakes make a difference even if you're just running and doing regular pushups and situps.
What these shakes had effect on you ? Like what
TD just crushed this video and the sincere laugh at the end was amazing . Just a true gentleman trying to get folks healthy in this world
Man, I can't thank you enough for how informative this is for the every day consumer. I currently use Raw Organic Meal from Garden of Life. No hemp, unfortunately, like you recommended for the pea protein, but at least it doesn't have the artificial sweeteners. Keep up the good work.
Can you do a video on who should use them,, how you use them and why?
He already has. Just search him and protein powders on TH-cam
So basically... you have to buy the basic ingredients and make your own protien shake if you want something good that doesn't cost a fortune.
protein powder is definitely cheaper than eating solid food, those cans would give you at least a month of use. you cant physically eat enough protein in physical food when working out or at the very least it would be uncomfortable. just about finding the right powder for you and avoiding the scammy ones by understanding the label
@@blxckleppxrd you can't eat enough good to get your protien?
Considering how you high protien is in eggs and chicken. How is it it hard?
@@noahvillalpando it's recommend to intake 1-1.2 g/protein per lb/bodyweight, an egg is only 6 grams of protein and chicken breast is about 25g meaning yku would have to have four meals of chicken breast and 4 eggs to hit protein intake for a ~190lb~ individual who is strength training. thats not including greens, fruits, nuts, dairy, drinks etc. and thats just the low end of protein intake.
I’m new to buying protein powder. All i eat for my protein.4 egg’s after my fast.love my salmon for my healthy fats.what’s the best protein w ?? There’s alot out there
@@blxckleppxrd mayo clinic gives .9 g per pound of bodyweight as an upper limit to their wide range for very active people- and don't even kid yourself that some gym bruh is more active than a farmhand. that's the highest estimate i have seen among reputable sources. these really extravagant claims you see online all come from fake natties fronting "hArD wErk Do0d"
I like these episodes, but is there any chance of doing something similar to this with Amazon.
Great idea
Dude. Is like a health expert. Encyclopedia. I have no idea what so,e of this stuff means. So glad you explain it
Thank you for your information!!! This is so helpful! Could you do fasting/weight loss for women over 30??
Great idea! And for our daughters too?
It's all blah, blah, blah untill you listen to this dude. Job well done.
I always look for percentage per scoop vs cost.
The best advice he gave was "Just take a whey protein isolate and add coconut milk"
If you are not a scientist at reading these chemical ingredients, just go back to basics
He said "coconut oil". Not milk.
Which minute he said that ?
@@mahmoudnaguib8928 3:50 but he says it in a way of meal replacement
If a product says 0 sugar, better read the ingredients. Some products use artificial sweeteners, that I avoid . So read what is in the product you buy .
Thanks Thomas, great video and great information! I was just hitting you up on your Instagram DM about Walmart protein too. 70 pounds down since January and you’re a big reason for my continued life changing success. Love your due diligence and attention to detail. Hats off to you good sir!
Keep grinding bro
What protein do you take?
As someone who’s lactose intolerant, Muscle Milk makes the most sense to me mainly cause it has all the milk proteins without milk. The savings difference between it and IsoPure and all the rest is negligible. + I don’t use protein shakes that often so I won’t care about the high calories.
The fact that Isopure is your sponsor, sort of puts you in the whole ‘conflict of interest’ spot.
I'm surprised he found two that he liked. The video was informative and I'm thankful he took the time to break down the more con's than pro's for protein powders. When you don't know, you don't know!
Seriously the crap these companies get away with is scary. How could you put stuff that goes completely against the reasoning for using these products? Just mind boggling to me. My confidence is non existent when I shop for nutritional care I spend 45 mins reading labels smh
Exactly, like the fake sugars and all that. It’s protein, not flavoring. Plus fake sugars are just bad in general.
They use fillers to increase profit.
Can you tell me what’s the best brand? There’s so my out here. My protein is usually eaten eggs or chicken. Or salmon.but I’m having trouble putting on muscle. I lift weights everyday
There's other good videos on what to look for, but you want simple ingredients and focus on whey isolate.
It's just sugary snacks if you think about it 😂😂
Oh my goodness, I am insulin resistant and have been breaking my fast each day with the Body Fortress IP shake, the exact one you cover in this video (vanilla creme). I had no idea that caused a huge insulin spike!! Thank you for this video! I’ll be trying another brand.
I just Bought that Stuff days ago.. Uuurghh. Itll be alright. Most probably 99.9999 not buying it
all whey proteins, concentrate or isolate will spike insuline , and thats without any sucralose or acesulfame in it
in your case casein is the best option
Casein has the lowest insuline spike
Thank you Thomas for helping the rest of us make some sense of all those products. Great video!
Thank you bro for the break down cuz most of us really don't no and you the first to go into a store we all can shop at...love it!
I'm 2.5 hours away from a 72 hour water/black coffee only fast and I'm not even hungry. I'm a little freaked about it. I'm ready to gently break the fast.
I enjoyed your video.
What is the best protein on the market for weight loss?
I really aspire to have your level of knowledge one day. I've been studying this stuff every day, and still have a looong way to go.
The Dymatize ISO100 has to be the best tasting protein powder available. Especially their chocolate flavor. The Fruity Pebbles flavor he looked at had all the artificial colors and glitter stuff, but the normal flavors don't have all those. Even then, it says on the label "less than 1%". So you have to take into account, that it is just a very tiny amount of "bad" stuff. If flavor is not a concern for you, then he's right, you can't beat the ISOpure for clean protein powders. But you will pay a bit more for no flavor. Just up to personal preference.
Hey I'm considering to buy ISO100 since its one of the few known protein powders available in my country how is it other than taste?
It mixes very well. Some cheaper powders can clump up or feel grainy but ISO100 is very smooth and blends completely. Also, since it is hydrolyzed, it is easier to digest. While other types of whey protein can cause digestive distress. I've had no problems with the ISO 100. Also the hydrolyzed whey protein is absorbed faster than other whey proteins. Then you can get into recovery quicker after a work out.
I love these videos too they are great! I would also love to see something about the best products out there, not just what you can get at Walmart or a chain store! I understand why these videos necessary of course but I think it would be great for those of us who try not to shop at the big box stores. I have some great health food stores in my area but they are packed with so many different products it's hard to pick out the best ones!
What are some of the best isolate protein powder out there
Watching this at Walmart while looking for a good powder… thanks Thomas! 😄
"Ok, Isopure, I dont want to sound contrive" but nothing else here is good enough🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Yea, he is not plugging🤣🤣🤣
If it's a clean protein powder why not plug away huh?!? 🙂
Yea, I like how he mentioned Isopure are sponsors of this video. Then he praises Isopure over Dymatize and especially Optimum Nutrition , who have been in the industry for years.
@@gilbertocruz2051 Dymatize is def a good protein!
Didn’t review ON gold standard. What gives lol
If you want unflavored whey isolate, now sports has the same product for less than half the price
Isopure, Gold standard, and Dymatize are definitely the top three you can buy
Great information as usual and awesome timing.
I was researching protein shakes and you just gave me a couple of choices.
Thanks for all you do 💪
Can we get your opinion on garden of life protein? It’s another plant based one sold at Walmart but for some reason they hide it away in another section in the pharmacy. Was hoping it was included in this video but I totally understand why you missed it.
Wow, just a year ago and the prices are nearly HALF of what they were today when I went to WalMart looking for whey protein. I ended up getting the Gold Standard Whey and it cost $1.16 per gram, like $28 for 1.5 pounds.
yeah the prices went nuts, even the creatine was 9 $ now its 30. i recently bought the gold standard, 90$ for 5 lbs
Inflation is a MF right now.
appreciate your time ...giving us with strict budget the knowdledge we need to still progress with our health and gym goals
I was hoping he would review the equate one
Thank you! You made it so much easier instead of wondering at the store trying to find something worth buying...
“Edible glitter?!” WTF… are they making protein powders for children now??
@Violett Fem I’d expect for a woman to say that, lol, I had an ex who absolutely adored it, but even she- … well, nah, she’d love it 😂🤦🏽♂️, but I have absolutely NO use for ANY damn glitter, especially while trying to build muscle
That's so you can sparkle after a workout.
@@stevek343 😂… ahh, I get it now, for the “glow-up” effect
So you poop like a unicorn
Literally has Flinstones on the packaging…
Went to wal mart today and got Isopure based on this video. I have previously been using Muscle Milk.
I love your content but this is a rare miss for me. You need to also consider 'taste' and weigh the pros and cons of costs compared to something that tastes bad. Vega might have an impressive ingredient list, but it tastes bad to me because it is more 'earthy and plant based. I've never had a good Vega product. On the other hand, I do appreciate the flavors of Dymatize and Muscle Milk. That's why the ingredient list is longer. So you're getting less protein per serving as an example but if it's something you're gonna enjoy over and over again it's a good product. I will say that I also agree IsoPure is a better product overall but not necessarily in taste. Again That's something that you need to consider.
This should be top comment
Great comment. A lot of people on diets use the protein powder as their dessert and nasty shit wouldn't cut it
Just found this video... thanks so much. Ive been standing on the walmart supplement aisle trying to figure out which protein powder is the best so this is perfect. Thanks.
Funny how the sponsor is the best option .
Preworkout:
EVL : Tastes like Blue Raspberry Sour patch kids. Hands get cold. Noticeably list more. Set aside 30minutes before heading to the gym for sitting on the toilet.
SixStar : Walgreens brand. Several flavors, not bad. Half the scoop size of EVL. Works okay. Less poop prep time.
Muscletech (not the one in this video) : Worked well, tasted good, quick poop and go.
Protein :
Optimal Nutrition ON : Only protein that blends perfectly when shaken. Even when there was a missing bag of it found 5 years later.
ISO : Had too much sugar for my to try.
BPI : Mixed decently when shaken.
Premier protein Drink : Taste good, drank it fast didn't seem to make a difference.
I always notice that Thomas Walmart, Costco etc. are so much cleaner looking than my local stores.
He couldn't film this in my Walmart which is in the middle of Orlando. There would be a thousand people bumping into him and walking in and out of the video. WM's here are a madhouse.
This was the most informative and useful video I’ve ever seen on youtube
Good video! Very helpful. I’ve been seeing ads for Kachava. I’m wondering what your opinion on it is. It sounds pretty good as a meal replacement and a greens supplement in one. Is there anything else on the market similar? Thanks!
i just entered the protein shake world yesterday doing a bunch of research before making my selections thanks for the info!!!! i will be getting the dymatize iso100 mocha latte flavor and the vega vanilla flavor.. ur awesome thanks again
I've been bodybuilding 10 years in that time Walmart has went from selling pure trash too really upping their game and carrying good brands
Since you’re been a body builder for years.I’m new to this buying protein powder.there’s alot out there
@@geno5169 don't waste your money eat real food meat meat and repeat.
Thank you, i’ve spent like a good hour staring at all those dang supplements at Walmart. I must say yours is better stocked. My walmart is missing more than 2/3 of those items
I really appreciate these types of videos! They are so helpful. I’m clean Keto and have read that Sucralose is fine. Can you please tell us why you don’t approve? I’m not arguing, I’m asking for education :) I don’t want to sabotage my clean WOE. Also, if you could, when you cover several items can you either put up your ‘Thomas approved’ picture on all items you approve or set them up together at the end of the video? I hope that’s not asking too much, but when you cover a wide variety of products I appreciate it so much, but sometimes it’s hard to remember which ones you approved. Thank you for everything you do :)
I used to have the same issue especially at the speed he goes lol
Now I use the pause button and write down his recommendations on a pad of paper. Works very well and I end up with a list that I take with me
Cheers
Really enjoy all of your videos they are very informative and they really helped me become educated consumer, and to stay as healthy as I possibly can
Thank you for the protein review I needed it.
Exactly the vid I was looking for. Thx! The ending was a riot!
I’m lactose intolerance will this make me 💩?
I like how you completely evaded the premier protein. Good man
Thank you Thomas, Another great and informative video. Question: have you or any of your subscribers heard of Ka’Chava: a nutrient-dense meal protein powder. I have been seeing a lot of their commercials lately, and wondering if anyone has tried it or knows more about it. Is it any good or just another new gimmick powder.
Yes, I have and it's something like muscle milk just fewer calories. if you are looking to bulk up it would be a good meal replacement to use. it's very flexible but you have to blend it. it's not like regular protein powders. if you don't have time for breakfast in the morning that might be a good way to go, the only issue is that it can be expensive.....
This man Just be Spittin Facts here and I Really Enjoy his Knowledge towards Protein supplements!
Isopure paying for the positive review it appears.
Thank you. Walmart is the only place close to where I live to get any protein powder etc. And I always question myself about getting the best one and most effective and healthy one. Thank you. I subscribed to your channel today.
You had Gold Standard IN FRONT OF YOU and you just didn't talk about it...I know the other guys sponsor you but come on
He did talk about gold standard
How about gold standard?
Brooo fr
Bull shit
Dude, more videos like this. This was so awesome. Shared for sure.
What about the optimum nutrion protien? I was amazed when walmart started selling this brand of protien powder and also the beyond raw prework outs.
at the very end he compares to isopure and said it was a no brainer to go isopure because "on" has sucralose and artifical sweetners.
21:30
I just bought some Isopure. VERY good protein.
Why didn't you check out the #2 rated protein from Optimum Nutrition the bag was right in front of you?
Optimum nutrition is not #1 in the world , Amazon helps the company get ranked high cuz Amazon can make a lot of money . It’s not high in protein . always check the nutritional information per 100 g not per serving . Check this one AppliedNutriotion ISO-XP whey protein isolate. Per 100 g --> 93.5 g of protein . 100% from grass-fed cows .
Walmart radio just playing bangers the whole time in the background as well gotta love the ambiance
I’ve been legit rationing my protein powder until this video came out.
Opinion on the brand legion!!!!? protein powder, pre work out and post work out???!!!
I've never seen a Walmart with that much of a selection. There's usually a tub or two in the discount section near the washroom. LoL. Where is this?
😂 people love to resell them on Amazon
Right poo poo the sucralose in other brands but no biggie if it's in the ISO. Sponsor or not, no need for contradiction. Other than that good video and glad for the information or provided
Curious how you managed to skip right over the Optimum Nutrition Whey that was on the shelf. Highly rated protein powder.
He skipped over the 6star whey isolate too. Probably paid not to talk about the best ones.
He did talk about it at around 21 minutes.
My new idea butter pecan flavor protein shakes
You skipped all over the premier protein powder. I wanted to know your take on premier protein powder because that is what I use.
I was thinking the same thing!
He talked about them in the costco protein vid. You are getting milk protein (not even whey concentrate!) together with a bunch of chemicals. Hard pass.
Premier protein is discussed at the 16:17 timestamp
@@kmichellem.1146 I was interested on him checking out the powder one, the ingredients are totally different.
It's bad for you guys that's why he didn't bother looking at it.
Good day Thomas. My family truly appreciates the high informational break-downs you give for Keto and Nutrition. I was wondering if you could do a review on OWYN products. The regular and Elite shakes. The Cold Brew shake and the Protein Powder's. Please and thank you.
So basically dont drink pre workouts…just have some coffee…Arnold and Ferrigno say the same thing. And as for Isopure…I need flavor…whats something healthy to mix with it?
This is a very good video! Superb info. Great job!
What are your thoughts on the core power protein drinks? They typically sold in the grocery drink section of Walmart not protein and supplements.
I love core power drinks but if you go by Tom’s standards it contains Acesulfame potassium or Ace k and Sucralose which are no good, especially if fasting or doing Keto because they spike insulin. Ace k is the bigger problem with insulin spikes but studies show that Sucralose destroys your good gut bacteria. At least that’s what he says in his energy drink video.
This is one of your best videos!!!! Thank you!!
How about a pre workout that has stevia rather than other sweeteners?
true athlete brand has a stevia sweeterner PWO. Jocko is amazing to but not that much caffeine (95mg) which uses monkfruit
@@drumaddict1179 thank you
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Never get info from a person that’s sponsored by their product
You should start your own protein brand! 💁🏻♀️
Creatine is so good for aggressive cutting, it keeps you going when on a serious caloric deficit , used it to drop weight a while ago and I remember being able to work just fine with very little in my stomach
You pretty much just peed it out since you don’t eat
Which one did you use?
So what’s the best way to make a protein shake? Just add water or milk?
Jesus Loves you all very much!! God Bless everyone!!
I had a feeling that you were going to bust open C4 as well. I use C4 Sport regularly and it does have sucralose and blue #1 but it also has creatine monohydrate, beta alanine and other pre workout essentials. One scoop of that in my water 30 minutes prior to my workout makes me super strong. We're talking a difference of 20 additional reps that I would not be able to do without the supplement. I bought a tub of it at CVS on discount and only paid $13 and some change. It's worth every dime for the results I get. The only downside that I noticed is that it will raise your blood pressure sometimes. I only intend to use it for a limited time until it runs out and I maximize my gains. It's working very well so far and I like what I'm seeing in the mirror.
i use c4 sport, i bought it at costco, 26$ for 45 servings, super cheap, high energy. yes it has all those ingredients but they would be good if thy were in amounts to actually work. beta alanine, has to be 3.6g for max results, if you see a pre workout with 3.6 grams you can know they are science based and a good trusting point, creatine, the creatine is unnecessary as its probably just a filler, low quality/ potency. another con is the energy has no focus to combat it, my adhd just goes nuts when i take it, no feelings of the muscles contracting, less burn= less gains.
Great video Thomas. What is your opinion about Trader Joe's pea protein? I've been using it for a while and it seems to have just basic ingredients.