Weight management: Protein powder may satiate hunger pangs and make you feel fuller for longer periods of time. Feeling full means a person will consume smaller amounts of food and avoid frequent snacking.
This will help them maintain a healthy body weight. A 2017 study in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition showed that consuming whey protein may help reduce the total fat mass in people who are overweight or obese.
It also noted that it may reduce blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Muscle building: Many gym enthusiasts use protein shakes to bulk up after strength training.
Research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that protein supplements can improve muscle size and strength in adults who practice resistance exercise training.
However, excessive protein intake mitigated the benefits.