India, March 26 -- With growing awareness about the importance and benefits of protein in diet, protein powders are now used more commonly. While getting enough protein is important, choosing the right protein powder is even more crucial. Health Shots reached out to health experts to determine what makes a protein powder effective. Dr Archana Batra, a nutritionist and certified diabetes educator shares key points to consider when buying protein. The type and source of protein affect how well your body absorbs and digests it, as well as whether it fits your diet. For example, soy may cause allergies in some people, hydrolysed whey can be used in recovery after sports or medical treatments, hemp adds fibre and omega-3s but has less protein. When choosing a protein powder, check the protein content per serving. Lower numbers often indicate that products contain more fillers, flavours, or sweeteners rather than being more nutritious. Most people can get enough protein from a complete, balanced meal that matches their activity level and lifestyle. Protein powder may be helpful only if: Ingredients are listed by weight, from heaviest to lightest. Luke Coutinho, a wellness expert and co-founder of You Care Lifestyle, states that your main source of protein, such as whey isolate or pea protein, should be listed first or second in the ingredient list. If gums or "proprietary blends" are at the top, that's a warning sign. Some protein powders may contain harmful substances, such as heavy metals and hidden steroids which can cause liver damage, hormonal changes, and long-term heart risks. Choose products that are carefully tested for quality. One new standard is Pink Tiger. It verifies that labels are accurate, there are no contaminants, and ingredients are sourced cleanly. For more such content visit: www.healthshots.com...