Mass Gainer Vs Whey Protein : Which one is best "Mass Gainer or Whey Protein"

 

 

In this article we will tell you facts about Mass gainers and Whey Protein, and which one is good for you a gainer or a protein. 

Most of us know these two supplements very well. But still, most beginners are confused between Mass gainer and Whey Protein, which one they should use and this confusion is very obvious because the composition they contains are quite similar but the difference they make is big. 

Choosing a right health supplement is very essential in bodybuilding (what i mean to 'right health supplement' is to choose product according your fitness goal and obviously it should be authentic as well). 

Here in this article we'll compare the mass gainer and whey protein. so, we can get detailed information. 

Composition of Mass gainer and Whey protein 

Mass gainer

Mass gainer contains carbohydrates, fats, and protein which result in high calories supplements and good to put weight and increase size. 

People who are hard-gainer or having fast metabolisms who struggle to gain weight may add on this supplement in their diet for better results.

Whey protein

When the liquid remains after producing cheese called whey protein and it contains all 9 essential amino acids.

Nutritional values of Mass gainer and Whey protein

Mass gainer

It contains an average of 1100 calories amount per serving. it contains 15g protein, 6.5g fat, 175g carbohydrates, 2g sugar, and 15g fibers. 

It majorly contains all essential macros which required in weight gain and muscle development. 

Whey protein

Whey protein contains 113 calories per scoop(or 32g) in which protein accounting 89% of total calories followed by carbohydrates 7% and fat 4%. 

One scoop of whey protein contains 24-26g of protein.  

Nutritional values may various according to their products types. 

Whey protein comes in a three types- 

• Whey Isolate
• Whey Concentrate, and
• Whey Hydrolyzed
  

Benefits of Mass gainer and Whey protein

Mass gainer

• Calories dense supplement which helps to gain more weight 
• Macro-nutrient rich 
• Helps gain muscle size
• Ease to consume 

Whey protein

• Rich source of high quality protein
• Promotes muscle growth
• Reduce appetite 
• Promote lean muscle mass growth 
  

Who need mass gainer and whey protein

Mass gainer

• The one who really want to gain weight but not getting because of their fast metabolism
• Ectomorphs: it is a body type in which a person is thin, usually tall, and lanky (or skinny). 
• Bodybuilders who wants to put some weight during the bulking phase of bodybuilding. 
• Athletes can also consume mass gainer in order to gain strength and endurance.    

 Whey protein

• The one who need to grow lean muscle mass
• Bodybuilder during the cutting phase
• Athletes for better muscle mass development 
  

Right time to consume Mass gainer and Whey protein

Mass gainer

Mass gainer can be consumed any time of the day, like in the morning, after workout or before going to bed. Most people used to consume mass gainer with smoothies

Whey protein 

The best time to take whey protein is within 15-30 minutes after a workout. But you can also take protein as a pre-workout 30 min before workout. 

Some people who are not able to get food frequently due to their busy schedule or any circumstances can take protein before going to bed.

So which one is Good "Mass Gainer" or "Whey Protein"?

So if we talk about mass gainers, those who want to gain mass or want a bulky body, then mass gainer can help them for sure.  

 

And the one who wants to gain lean muscle mass can go with whey protein. 

 

Here are some best Mass gainer and Whey protein 

1. MuscleBlaze Super Gainer XXL, For Muscle Mass Gain

 

 

2. OPTIMUM NUTRITION (ON) Serious Mass Gainer powder

 

 

 

 

3. Bigmuscles Nutrition Real Mass Gainer [1Kg, Chocolate] | Lean Whey Protein Muscle Mass Gainer

 

 

 

4. MuscleBlaze Biozyme Performance Whey Protein (Rich Chocolate, 1 kg / 2.2 lb)

 

 

 

5. Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein

 

 

6. AS-IT-IS Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate 90%

 

Also read -  MASS GAINER SIDE EFFECTS