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| | Post New Topic | | The necessity of protein in our diet | Views: 2494 | | Nov 08, 2008 3:47 pm | | The necessity of protein in our diet | # | 
Mirdza Hayden | |
Protein is excellent for our body. It's a required component to keep our muscles strong so we can do our daily tasks. It helps keep our body-fat lower. It helps our body heal and repair injuries. It's necessary for our hair and nails to grow well. Protein is simply necessary for our bodies to run smoothly, plain and simple.
Most people do not get enough protein in thier diet, unfortuntately. That is why so many people turn to protein powders. However, not all protein powders are created equal. It's nessary to know what ingredients to look for in a protein powder and make that your base for a good tasting shake, that will supplement your daily protein intake. For instance, a protein shake shoule be made primarily with whey, which is the best source of protein on the market, not soy. In addition, it should not be loaded with refined sugar which simply raises our blood-sugar level and causes health problems.
Once you get a good protein powder, it's time to make a good-tasting shake. The protein powder is just the base for the shake, it's necessary to add more thinkgs to it so it tastes really good and we will actually want to drink it everyday.
To make a good tasting shake, choose the liquid base and add that first to your blender. I personally use 6 oz pressed carrot juice, 2 oz of mango juice and 4 oz filtered water. Add frozen and/or fresh fruit to the liquid. Finally, add a scoopoful of your chosen protein powder. Blend and enjoy!!
Make sure you get enought protein in your diet everyday =)
Mirdza
Fitness and Health Coach
http://www.MirdzasHealthSite.com
"Helping families live fit and healthy lives"
Private Reply to Mirdza Hayden | | Nov 09, 2008 2:58 pm | | re: The necessity of protein in our diet | # |
vijaya chamundeswari | | Is the whey water that we get when we curdle milk good too? i thought that was electrolites,and never knew about the protien content in it!How is the whey protien powder different from it?
Private Reply to vijaya chamundeswari | | Nov 09, 2008 5:40 pm | | re: re: The necessity of protein in our diet | # |
Mirdza Hayden | | I honestly have never heard of whey water, so I will just tell you about whey protein.
"Whey Protein is derived from milk protein. However, unlike milk proteins - whey protein does not contain fat or lactose sugar. Whey protein is the best form of protein to take when using a supplement. Basically with Whey Protein you get all the advantages of protein without the excess baggage other proteins come with - no fat and no lactose. Not only that, studies have shown that Whey Protein can increase our blood levels of glutathione. Glutathione is an antioxidant which is essential to a healthy immune system. As we get older glutathione levels decrease and our immune system weakens. Studies are still being done - but at the University of Nebraska Medical center they were able to extend the life span of hamsters by 60% by supplementing their diet with Whey Protein. So, whey protein is not only good for building and repairing muscles, it also may extend your life."
(exerpt from http://www.powersupplements.com/protein.htm)
Mirdza
Fitness and Health Coach
http://www.MirdzasHealthSite.com
"Helping families live fit and healthy lives"
Private Reply to Mirdza Hayden | | Nov 10, 2008 9:23 am | | re: re: re: The necessity of protein in our diet | # |
vijaya chamundeswari | | Thank you....so thats great to improve your immunity.Can anybody tell me about the whey water since in India we very often make cottage cheese at home by simply curdling the milk with lime juice and the drained water is discarded ... if that is good for boosting the immune system ...we can just add it to our soups and curries.
Private Reply to vijaya chamundeswari | | Nov 11, 2008 5:11 am | | re: re: re: The necessity of protein in our diet | # |
Lord Baron | | tks mirdza...,
Can you suggest a brand of whey p..? And please tell me if should it taken instead of a meal or as a supplement before and after work out.
I know a lot of people who use it to reduce weight but i dont need to !
Mahesh
Private Reply to Lord Baron | | Nov 11, 2008 3:42 pm | | re: re: re: re: The necessity of protein in our diet | # |
Mirdza Hayden | | I personally take the "Pure Protein Complete" supplement from Young Living Essential Oils. It is high in bioactive whey protein, low in carbs, fat, and calories, and each serving of Pure Protein Complete provides 20 grams of a proprietary whey protein blend supported by a specialized enzyme blend, a low-glycemic carbohydrate matrix, and generous amounts of complementary vitamins and minerals. It's the perfect whey protein supplement in my book, and I have researched many out there. If you don't know a Young Living Representative that can help you, you can order it from my site at http://www.YoungLiving.org/Mirdza2. It is item 3291.
Mirdza
Fitness and Health Coach
http://www.MirdzasHealthSite.com
"Helping families live fit and healthy lives"
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