The Power of Protein

The Power of Protein

Whether you want to loose, gain, or maintain a healthy body weight, the importance of protein goes far beyond physical appearance and muscle building.

Protein is important because it:

Builds and repairs tissues
Produces enzymes and hormones
Makes it possible for blood to carry oxygen throughout the body

Insufficient protein can cause:

A loss of muscle mass
Decreased immunity
The weakening of the heart and respiratory systems

High Protein diets are popular because:

Protein’s superior ability to manage hunger
Protein’s ability to increase muscle mass, which raises your metabolism even while resting
Protein doesn’t affect the rapid rise and fall of blood sugar the way other nutrients do, allowing you to avoid “sugar highs and lows”

Protein Sources:

Animal proteins such as red meat can be high in saturated fats and cholesterol. Try instead to get your protein from plant foods, or try and stick to lean red meats, fish and poultry.