Do You Know Protein? What Are The Health Benefits Of Protein.

Your muscles, bones, cell, skin, and brain all rely on protein. Protein generally helps in bodybuilding and tissue repairs. Without protein your body won't be able to build or grow. Protein is the bodybuilding block.

Protein is a macronutrient, with vase amount of amino acids for body functioning. Protein along with carbohydrate and fats are three main macronutrient the body need for proper body operation. Protein is needed in the body in high amount than any other minerals beside water. Good thing too - because with protein, growth and development of the body is possible.

Where Do We Get Protein?

Unlike fats, the body doesn't store protein - and unfortunately does not provide enough amino acids needed. So, it is essential to supply and source the missing amino acids from your diet. Luckily, amino acids is plentiful in the food you eat - both meats and plants.

Meats: Are "complete" source of protein. They provides all amino acids your body may need. Protein can be source from chicken, which is preferable the best. 

Plants: Plants on the other hand is insufficient in amino acids, but a great source of protein. They are "incomplete" source of protein. One  plant source may not have all the  essential amino acids in adequate amount. You'd need to eat a variety of  nuts, beans, and vegetables to get the amino acids you need. 

Other examples of protein are milk, eggs, fish, steak and potatoes. Also, try as much as possible to avoid protein source that do more harm than good like those high saturated fats, fried meat and processed meat.

Good News - PROTEIN HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT!!!

Protein can actually help you lose weight. It helps keep you feeling satisfied and helps reduce your carb cravings. Your body also uses protein both to build muscles and burn fats. By temporarily boosting your metabolism, protein helps suppress your appetite.

How Much Of Protein Do You Really Need?

Contrary to what you think, overeating protein isn't actually recommended. Get enough protein to support your body, age and lifestyle - but don't overload. Too much protein can be hard on your kidneys and liver, and won't deliver any additional benefits.

Did You Know?

The average adult needs 0.38 grams of protein per day for every pound they weigh. So, how do you calculate this?

Find Your Daily Protein Target/current weight (in pound) X 0.38 (use 0.68 if you're over 0.65) = Gram of PROTEIN YOU NEED DAILY.

PROTEIN TIPS: If you are 65+ extra protein can help you maintain and improve muscle mass, strength and function. The Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests consuming 0.68 grams of protein per pound of weight per day.

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