What’s the best protein to use for protein shakes? We get this question all the time. The answer depends on a few things. The type of protein (whey, egg, vegan, etc) is a huge driving factor based on what you want for your body and so is the quality. Quality is very important to many people. Knowing the source, how it’s processed, additional ingredients, any additives and whether or not it’s organic, non gmo, gluten free and more can are all criteria that may be considered when buying a protein powder. Let’s not forget about taste - taste is also a major contender when it comes to choosing the type of protein powder you want to use for shakes (and to pop it in pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt and more).