When many of us think protein, we may think of a slab of fatty steak. However, there are many lean and vegetarian sources of protein that will help you become healthy and strong. Learn more about the importance of protein and how you can make sure you’re getting enough throughout the day.
Protein is essential to several bodily functions. In fact, it accounts for 20% of our body weight and helps us synthesize enzymes, hormones, and important cellular structures. It also helps us with fluid balance and with building antibodies against infection. Without proper protein we wouldn’t survive. Even vegetarians need a proper source of protein.
Not only do we need protein to survive, it also helps us feel full after a meal. People who don’t eat enough protein may actually eat more food and still have an appetite afterwards.
What Exactly Is Protein?
Proteins are complex molecules that are comprised of a combination of different amino acids, which are important building blocks that your body uses to build important structures, like healthy cells, enzymes, antibodies, and muscle. It’s also an important source of energy for the body. One gram of protein provides 4 calories of energy.
How Much Protein Do I Need?
The US Department of Agriculture recommends that all men and women over the age of 19 should get at least 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day (or .37 grams per pound). That means for a woman who is 130 pounds should get 48 grams of protein, which is in 7 ounces of salmon oe 7 eggs. However, that’s the bare minimum requirement. Depending on your daily activities you still may not be getting enough.
In Health,
Zeke Samples - IFA, - IDEA
Contributing author for www.FitAphrodite.com
surrealbody@gmail.com
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