Protein Supplements / Stomach Problems

[coffee-guy]

I notice that when I take Whey Protein (regardless of the brand) my stomach goes nuts for weeks. Does anyone have a solution?

I use Soy Protein in recipes and it does not have the same effect but I have read that it is not as good at building muscle.

[YellowJacket]

Gastric irritation is common with surplus amounts of protein. One possible aid from the top of my head is ginger root, which aids in the absorbtion and digestion of proteins.

[coffee-guy]

Someone sold me on Papaya Enzyme a while back but I wasn't taking Whey at the time. What does anyone know of this particular chewable pill?

Also, what's the consensus on Whey vs. Soy for muscle growth?

[YellowJacket]

Papaya enzyme also has been shown to increase and help with digestion. It contains alpha amylase, which is a considerable cofactor in digestion and absorbtion.

As for whey vs. soy, not even comparable.

[coffee-guy]

Thanks for the help - as I expected on the protein comparison.