Protein & Sports Drinks

Last updated: 2025-10-13 • Fact-checked by: DrinkDuel Editorial Team Whey Protein Casein Protein These proteins both derive from dairy milk but deliver fundamentally different digestion rates and muscle-building applications. Whey protein absorbs rapidly in 20-40 minutes, flooding bloodstream with amino acids for immediate post-workout muscle protein synthesis, containing 80-90% protein concentration in fast-acting complete formula….

Last updated: 2025-11-27 • Fact-checked by: DrinkDuel Editorial Team ⚡ FAST FACTS: Protein Shake vs Smoothie • Protein: Shakes deliver 20-30 g per serving, smoothies provide 5-15 g from whole foods • Calories: Shakes are 120-250 calories (lean), smoothies are 200-500 calories (nutrient-dense) • Purpose: Shakes for post-workout recovery (30-min window), smoothies for meal replacement…