Divine Nutrition Pro Whey offers 24 grams of whey protein concentrate per serving. The refined manufacturing process also packs every serving with significant amounts of natural BCAA and Glutamine. The product also has a digestive enzyme complex called ProHydrolase® for a faster and more efficient breakdown of protein. The brand states that the product is designed for strength and muscle building. It also claims that it is the ‘only muscle builder with real ingredients”. Let us check how real the product is with this review.
Nutrition Profile
Divine Nutrition Pro Whey provides you with 24 grams of whey protein concentrate per serving of 33 grams. This gives it a protein content profile of around 73 percent which is good considering the fact that you can get as high as around 80% with a whey concentrate. In addition to the whey, the product also has:
BCAA: Divine nutrition has not fortified the product but the refined manufacturing process ensures that you get 5.4 grams of naturally occurring BCAA per serving. It is a decent amount and will definitely boost the muscle synthesis and recovery post an exhaustive workout.
Glutamine: In addition to a good load of BCAA, the product also has 4 grams of naturally occurring glutamine. Along with BCAA, it further accelerates muscle recovery and growth.
ProHydrolase®: This multi-blend of digestive enzymes is a patented property of Deerland Enzymes – a USA based firm. Every serving supplies 240 mg of this clinically proven digestive and hydrolysing enzyme for an efficient protein breakdown.
Papain Enzyme: In addition to ProHydrolase®, Pro Whey also has papain which is protein derived from papaya. It is a strong digestive enzyme that plays a crucial role in digesting strong protein fibres.
The other components per serving (approximate figures):
Energy: 125 kcal
Total Fat: 1.5 gram
Cholesterol: 66 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 3 grams
Sugars: 0 grams
Sodium: 43 mg
Potassium: 226 mg
Calcium: 123 mg
Magnesium: 16mg
Phosphorus: 81 mg
The product is sugar free, has no fillers, soya and soya lecithin. It has sunflower lecithin which is a source of healthy fat that helps in cellular integrity of the growing muscles. The product has added sweetener, flavour and thickening agent. The product seems to be a good offering as far as the nutritional value is concerned. Whey is highly bioavailable and the digestive blend ensures that your body gets the ingested protein as fast and as efficiently as possible.
Taste
As of now, Divine Nutrition has made the product available in two delicious flavours – chocolate and cream and cookies. Both the flavours have been accepted whole heartedly by the early users. Cream and cookies is a refreshing offering and breaks the monotony caused by chocolate in the segment. It is a great way to surpass the chocolate hangover.
Effectiveness
The product has presented itself as a muscle and strength gainer. Looking at the nutritional profile, we can say that these targets seem well within sight. 24 grams of whey protein with minimal carbs, zero sugar and a good digestive enzymatic blend, offer the bodybuilding enthusiasts with a good recovery and growth rate post a workout. The user reviews have also affirmed this thus, certifying the product as ‘effective’.
Quality
Divine Nutrition sources its raw ingredients from some pretty renowned brands like DigeZyme, ProHydrolase, Carnipure, AstraGin etc. which are all foreign-based patented brands. With a company so particular regarding the source of its ingredients, quality in the final product can be considered assured.
Side Effects
Divine Nutrition has specifically mentioned that the product causes zero bloating and discomfort. This seems to take care of the gastric disturbances, which is among the most commonly observed side-effect associated with whey based products. Early reviews shared by the users also state that the product has not invited any ill-effect post its consumption.
Price/Value:
It is available in 1 kg and 2.2 kg jars. A1-kg jar offers 30 servings (33 grams per serving) and is available for around Rs. 2990. Hence cost per serving comes to around Rs. 99 which is definitely expensive. To make the deal a little better you may choose the 2.2 kg pack which offers 70 scoops, costing around Rs. 85 per serving (lesser than Rs. 99 but still expensive).