Powder supplements are recognized as protein powders when, in essence, they are similar to capsule dietary supplements in powder form. The most common are powdered forms of protein that come from plants, milk, or eggs along with added ingredients such as sugars, artificial flavoring, minerals, and vitamins.

Men need protein to maintain muscle structure and muscle building. Exercising along with protein-rich foods may not be enough to maintain muscle stability. Plant-based proteins like whole grains, legumes, nuts, and vegetables are great sources of protein. The preferred way most of us get our proteins are through animal-based proteins like red meat, poultry, fish, and eggs and these contain amino acids that our body needs.

The body will break down protein into amino acids when building muscles while some older men’s body may lose some ability to break down protein. This is where powder protein may meet the need to prevent muscle loss.

Most prefer the powder form since it absorbs more rapidly than the capsule or pill form.