Archive for the ‘Protein Consumption’ Category
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009
- Whey protein supplements have long sit atop the throne of the protein supplement world. Recent studies are now showing the efficacy of soy protein in terms of its ability to increase lean muscle mass
- Soy supplements have been around for a long time but have mainly been used by vegetarians and women. It has garnered the reputation as being a “sissy” protein supplement
- So which one is right for you? Both are an excellent source of protein but choosing one over the other depends on your individual health and fitness goals. We will take a look at the benefits of both and then let you decide
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Friday, August 7th, 2009
- Did you know that by eating the right foods you can increase your metabolism and give your body a workout? The body requires more energy to digest protein foods. In essence, it takes your body much more energy to break down a chicken breast or egg than it does pasta or crackers
- Protein causes a thermic effect in the body which can increase calorie burn up to 35 percent. Think of how much fat and unhealthy weight you could lose if your body could burn 35 percent more calories
- Essential amino acids that are in protein promote improved body composition, muscle retention and increased fat loss. Protein consumption also reduces hunger and regulates insulin levels in the body prompting more calories to be burned
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Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
- Protein is the building block for every cell in the entire body. Needless to say, making sure you get the proper amount of protein in your diet at the right times during the day is critical for performing your best. If you want to improve your overall health then figuring out your protein needs should be one of your main goals
- Whether it is in the gym, at home or in the boardroom meeting your daily recommended protein requirements will help you be at your physical and mental best. A lack of protein as well as too much can be detrimental so we’re here to help you figure out what the right amount for your body is
- Figuring out protein needs depends on several factors and although there are some “one size fits all” formulas to help you calculate protein intake it is really best to tweak the formula to you as an individual
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Sunday, August 2nd, 2009
- A problem that many elderly people battle is bone loss. For years nutritionists have told people that too much protein intake for the elderly is harmful when in fact it is useful in fracture prevention
- Recent studies have caused many experts to refute the claim that high protein diets cause bone loss. In fact many are taking the debate a step further as data is now coming out that high protein diets increase bone health
- The studies where these claims came from originated in the 1960’s and 70’s. The research study compared bone density of only 25 vegetarians and 25 meat eaters with bone density being determined by x-rays of the third finger metacarpal. The studies were flawed and small but the protein and bone loss stigma still remains
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Saturday, August 1st, 2009
- Digestive enzymes are enzymes that break down foods into materials that the body can use. Protein digesting enzymes can improve the body’s digestive function and assist in breaking down protein.
- Incomplete digestion is the cause of several ailments such as flatulence, bloating, food allergies, nausea, bowel problems and stomach disorders.
- The human body makes approximately twenty two different enzymes that contribute to digestion. Protein enzymes sources are within the body and also can be derived from a variety of supplements and foods.
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Thursday, July 30th, 2009
- Protein is an essential nutrient composed of carbon, nitrogen, hydrogen and oxygen. It is the building block of every cell in the human body and has three main functions. The three main functions are: Muscle repair and growth, metabolism and energy regulation, once calories from carbohydrates and fat are depleted
- Since protein is so important for overall health it is vital to know the protein content in different types of foods so that you get adequate protein intake as well as a balanced diet
- Protein rich foods are in abundance but there are some that are better than others. With some a little planning you’ll be able to have a healthy balanced protein rich diet that will improve your protein use and overall health
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Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
- Protein is often associated with its muscle building benefits. Supplement companies splatter all over the internet and at supplement stores how increased protein intake will give you bulging biceps and ripped abdominals. Yes, protein is the building block of muscle tissue and through a low cholesterol diet its health benefits go far beyond the vanity of large muscles.
- Low cholesterol protein will reduce the risk of heart disease and lower LDL cholesterol. Cardiovascular diseases that affect the heart, veins, and arteries, kill more people than cancer each year in the United States. Health costs in America are in the billions of dollars which do not include the 60 billion dollars spent on prescription drugs.
- An effective way to combat these killer diseases is a low cholesterol protein such as soy. Soy has numerous health benefits including preventing heart diseases as substantiated by the FDA.
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Monday, July 27th, 2009
- Momma always said that good food should “stick to your ribs.” What momma didn’t know was that the food that sticks to your ribs is why the vast majority of America is fat. Fat has become a staple in American’s diets and it is slowly killing people
- Statistics show that vegetable intake increased several percent but the increase came in more potato consumption, which came in the form of French fries. Protein intake has also risen but it has come in the forms of hamburgers, hot dogs and other “rib sticking” foods
- People often complain that foods low in fat are not filling, but when done right a person can be fully satiated and eat a minimal amount of fat. The answer is to replace daily fat intake with daily protein intake
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Monday, July 13th, 2009
- Athletes in training need far and above the RDA of daily protein than a sedentary person and the protein intake for athletes must meet certain criteria
- Protein is an excellent source of branch chain amino acids (BCAAs) such as leucine. Research has shown that athletes who have diets high in leucine have more lean muscle mass and less body fat. This is why protein nutrition is crucial for success
- An athletes’ diet program should consist of 12-20 percent of calories coming from protein
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Saturday, July 11th, 2009
- Proper protein consumption is the single most important factor in any bodybuilding program. Without adequate protein you would not see any significant gains even after a thousand trips to the gym
- The amount as well as the timing of protein consumption is also critical if you are wanted to add size and strength
- Nothing is more discouraging than spending hours in the gym with little or nothing to show for it. Make your hard work pay off by putting protein and its ability to build muscle to work for you today
- By following the proper protein guidelines listed below you’ll see explosive gains and increased lean muscle mass
- Protein supplementation is a must for any protein weight gain nutritional program
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