The facts about protein!
Next to water, protein is the most common substance in the human body. Due to the number of applications protein has in the body, a constant supply of complete protein is necessary to repair body cells as they wear out and replace body tissue that is broken down by exercise. Protein, the source of amino acids, is crucial in maintaining health, supporting your immune system, aiding proper bodily function, and preserving your overall health and wellness.
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- Protein makes up 20% of the weight of the heart, skeletal muscle, liver, and glands as well as 10% of brain tissue.
- The human body can synthesize some amino acid, which are called "nonessential" amino acids because they do not need to be consumed in the diet. Nine of the 20 amino acids are "essential" because the body can not manufacture them and they have to be obtained through diet.
- The optimum daily level of protein for a bodybuilder is about one gram per pound of body weight per day.
- A good goal of protein consumption for an active adult is 20-30 grams per meal, every 2-3 hours you are awake.
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