Why Protein?

We often read : "When you're trying to lose some weight through diet and exercise, PROTEIN is a key to weight loss." But do we really know what it does and why it is so important in our weight loss program?

Guys, I always believe that inorder for us to understand everything we always have to go back to the basics...now, let me share some of what i have learned ... What is PROTEIN? "Protein is an important component of every cell in the body. It is an organic compound , composed of 22 amino acids, known as the BUILDING BLOCKS. It is stored in muscles and organs and the body utilizes it to BUILD and REPAIR TISSUES. Along with fat and carbohydrates, protein is a macronutrient, meaning the body needs relatively large amounts of it. And that a lack of protein can cause loss of muscle mass and decreased immunity . So, how can we protect our muscle tissue? Provide our body with enough protein!"

So, how does PROTEIN affects your weight ? Accdg . to Dr. Heber, M.D.,Ph.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.N. Director of the UCLA Center for Human Nutrition , PROTEIN contributes to the body's ability to burn fats, because as you eat more protein, your metabolism is raised thus enabling your body to burn stored fats rather than storing more fats .That by eating more protein rich foods, you will maintain muscle mass and more muscle mass means you will : raise your metabolism and burn more fat . And that your muscle tissue needs protein to maintain itself and when your body does not get enough protein, one of the first places it will get protein is from your muscle tissue.

That when we eat or snack on protein instead of sugars and fats, the body feels more full which helps control appetite between meals, thus cutting calories and controlling your weight.

Do you know what one of the best sources of protein is ? Many people say beef or meat in general. These are great sources of protein ; however are you aware that one of the best sources of protein is SOY PROTEIN ? Ah, nothing can beat the health benefits of soy !! In October 1999,FDA authorized the use of health claim on food labels - " Heart Smart " symbol which means - " Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease."

Aida A.

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