{"title":"Protein \u0026 Lean Mass","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtein powder and creatine to help you hit your daily protein target and hang onto lean muscle while you're losing weight. No mystery ingredients, no flavor gimmicks.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"whey-protein-isolate","title":"Whey Protein Isolate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtein support for everyday life. Thorne Whey Protein Isolate provides 21 grams of complete protein per scoop, including all nine essential amino acids, to support muscle maintenance and recovery. It’s also NSF Certified for Sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy I carry it — my take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI’ve tried so many protein powders I’d like to blame the bad ones for my hairline. No scientific evidence there. Just a personal grievance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy number-one complaint? Mixability. If it doesn’t mix, I’m not taking it. I want a shake, not a scavenger hunt for dry powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI use the vanilla with water, and how well it mixes is a big reason it earned a spot here. The quality matters, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt’s whey isolate, which generally contains less lactose than whey concentrate and may be easier for some people to tolerate. Thorne also adds bromelain and papain—enzymes from pineapple and papaya—to help with protein digestion. That’s a thoughtful addition, although I wouldn’t promise anyone a completely bloat-free experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNothing magical. Just a quality protein powder that fits my routine without becoming a project. Sometimes that’s exactly what a product needs to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow I use it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI mix the vanilla with water. Simple, easy, and something I’ll actually keep doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThorne’s directions are one scoop mixed with at least eight ounces of water or another beverage. Adjust the liquid to the consistency you enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a milk-derived protein, so it isn’t suitable for someone with a milk allergy. Lower lactose doesn’t mean dairy-free.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorne Research","offers":[{"title":"Chocolate","offer_id":48954571129057,"sku":"TOP-WHEY-CHOC","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vanilla","offer_id":48954571161825,"sku":"TOP-WHEY-VAN","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/9356\/5153\/files\/sp110-front.png?v=1789974145"},{"product_id":"creatine","title":"Creatine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreatine helps your body replenish ATP—the energy your muscles use during short, demanding efforts. Creatine monohydrate is one of the most extensively studied sports supplements, with strong evidence for supporting strength and muscle gains when paired with resistance training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy I carry it — my take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’m trying to lose weight. Why would I take something associated with gym bros and potentially make the scale go \u003cem\u003eup\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause I want to keep the muscle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those of us taking a GLP-1, eating less makes getting enough nutrition more challenging. My priorities are adequate protein and resistance training. Creatine earns its place by supporting the training part. It doesn’t replace either one, and I wouldn’t sell it as a proven shield against GLP-1-related muscle loss. Without resistance training, the muscle and strength benefits are much less convincing. The scoop isn’t doing the squats for you. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7871530\/\"\u003eResearch review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Thorne? Quality control. Honestly, creatine monohydrate is creatine monohydrate. I’m not paying for a secret muscle-building ingredient. I like the testing behind this product and its NSF Certified for Sport certification. It’s also micronized for easier mixing—which matters to me because I have no interest in drinking sand. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thorne.com\/products\/dp\/creatine\"\u003eThorne product details\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ve noticed better workouts and feel mentally sharper when I take it. That’s my experience, not a promise. Research on cognition is interesting: a 2024 meta-analysis found improvements in some measures, including memory, but the evidence isn’t consistent enough to promise everyone a brain boost. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2024.1424972\/full\"\u003eStudy summary\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd personally? I skip the creatine gummies. Check grams per \u003cstrong\u003efull serving\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just the number on the front. How many gummies does it take to reach five grams, and what does that serving cost? For me, one scoop keeps this simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow I use it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI add five grams to my morning protein shake. I don’t notice a taste or smell, and it fits into something I’m already doing. Thorne’s directions are one scoop mixed with at least eight ounces of water or another beverage daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may gain weight initially. That early increase can reflect water held in the muscles rather than fat gain. It also isn’t instant new muscle. Knowing that helps keep the number in perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your stomach is sensitive, you can ease in with half a scoop—about 2.5 grams—daily for the first week, then increase to my usual five grams if tolerated. That’s an optional approach, not a required starting protocol. Taking it with a meal is another option if it bothers your stomach. No need to power through discomfort; this routine is supposed to make life easier.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorne Research","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48954573816033,"sku":"TOP-CREATINE","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/9356\/5153\/files\/sf903-front.png?v=1789974050"}],"url":"https:\/\/thatonepharmacist.com\/collections\/protein-lean-mass-1.oembed","provider":"That One Pharmacist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}