13/05/2025
The protein hype
Referring to the popular culture of gym goers, people wanting to build muscle and athletes utilizing the nutrient as a focal point.
Protein can be classed as a most important nutrient for providing energy (4 calories per gram) as well as the key amino acids known as building blocks, helping our bodies function regularly. Proteins are also needed for our bones, muscles, cartilage, skin and the blood.
Which protein is best?
Protein intake and consumption depends on your lifestyle, and the type of training you engage in, such as weight or a form of resistance. Studies show whey protein supplements can improve recovery, especially resistance exercise.
Types of protein include, animal-based or plant-based.
Animal protein known as ‘complete protein’ provides all 9 essential amino acids, examples include meat, eggs, poultry and seafood.
Plant protein tends to lack some essential amino acids, often recommended that different plant proteins are consumed to fulfil the essential amino, completing the diet. Plant-based proteins include rice, beans, soy, seeds and nuts.
Too little or too much?
Consuming an adequate amount of protein everyday diet, can range from 0.8 g/per kg of body weight (average person)
But active people and athletes may have higher protein intake, it's important to remember excess protein may result in weight gain, the other hand, deficiency of protein may lead to loss of muscle loss and malnutrition.
