Does Protein Powder Make you Gain Weight
                     Does Protein Powder Make you Gain 
Weight
Protein powder can make you gain weight. It actually depends on the 
ingredients of the product and what you take it with. Selecting the 
best protein powder in India for gaining weight is confusing. 
Let us look at this in detail:
• Ingredients: Some products contain carbs, sugars, vegetable oils, fats, 
etc. These products will make you put on weight. Also, the market is 
filled with fake products and you need to be careful of them. They 
contain fillers and a lot of fats that make you gain weight. 
• Milk vs. Water: If you take protein powders with milk, you will put on 
calories and gain weight. Milk contains a lot of fat and carbs and when 
taken with protein powders, makes you increase weight. But for some 
people, it becomes too heavy to digest and they experience bloating, 
stomach issues, etc. Having protein powders with water will make you 
develop lean muscle and is easier to digest. 
Things to Keep in Mind While 
Buying Protein Powders: 
• Artificial Sweeteners: Ingredients such as Saccharin, Sucralose and NutraSweet are 
not good for health and are known to create side effects like headaches, digestive 
issues, etc. 
• Refined Sugar: It is best to avoid drinks containing refined sugar as it is said to be 
harmful to health. 
• Your Need: Some people don’t need supplements as they gain protein from their 
diet. Check your need and then opt for powders if you need to. 
• Quality: Go with known brands that are certified and tested by a third party. Check 
the source of protein, and how it’s manufactured. Also, buy from authorized dealers, 
sites or the brand directly. 
• Goal: Be clear about your goal for taking protein. Is it to build lean muscle? Is it to 
help with muscle recovery after your workout? Do you work out? Etc.