Which Protein Powder is Best For Hashimoto’s? Whey vs Plant vs Beef

Want to know the best protein powder if you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis? Stay tuned to find out what I recommend most frequently to thyroid patients!

I’m a big fan of protein powder for thyroid patients because it provides so many benefits. Some of these benefits include:

- Helps with weight loss

- Provides you with a quick an easy meal

- Helps control your appetite

- Easy way to get extra nutrients into your body

- It’s easy to prepare and tastes great

Having said that, not all protein powders are created equal and using the wrong type of protein powder can actually make your thyroid worse.

Today I want to talk about the 3 most common types of protein powders that most Hashimoto’s patients are aware of and discuss the pros and cons of each.

First up we have whey protein.

Whey protein is probably the most common type of protein powder available and the protein powder that most people use.

Pros of whey protein powder include:

- Results in an increase in glutathione production

- Lowest calorie per protein compared to other protein powders

- Rapidly digested and easily absorbed by the body

- Has a better taste compared to other types of protein powders

- Rich in the amino acid leucine which is ideal for muscle building

Cons of whey protein powder include:

- Hashimoto’s patients may be sensitive to whey

- May cause gut discomfort

- Not all forms of whey protein are created equal

- Many contain inactive ingredients such as dyes and fillers

Next up we have plant based protein powders such as pea, brown rice, chia, hemp, pumpkin, soy, and other blends.

Pros of plant based protein powders include:

- Usually well tolerated by thyroid patients

- Usually well absorbed

- Amino acid blend is close to that of whey

- Usually contains fewer inactive ingredients

Cons of plant based protein powders include:

- Taste can be an issue for some

- More calories per gram of protein

- May come from a GMO source

Third we have hydrolyzed beef protein powder

Pros of hydrolyzed beef protein powder include:

- Paleo and AIP friendly

- May be ideal for those with multiple food intolerances

Cons of hydrolyzed beef protein powder include:

- It is the most expensive per serving of all protein powders

- It is animal-based so it’s not ideal if you are avoiding beef due to religious reasons or due to allergies

- Taste and mouth feel are different compared to plant and whey protein powders

- The source matters!

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