Ideal protein intake is different for everyone. The many different types of proteins and their sources are explained as are their benefits. Complete proteins and collagens are exceptionally beneficial. Different lifestyle, biologic needs and activity choices require different amounts and types of proteins. A break down is given to help readers figure out their own unique protein needs. Maintaining a current weight, losing weight, building muscle and speeding up recovery times all have different protein demands.
Key Takeaways:
- A good starting point is 0.4 grams protein for every pound you weigh. A 120-lb. woman, for example, would eat 48 grams of protein a day (120 x 0.4 = 48).
- If one works out regularly, opt for about 0.8 grams of protein per pound bodyweight. Rebuilding torn up muscles takes a lot of amino acids.
- When one is injured, the body uses extra protein to rebuild damaged tissue. The amino acids glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline speed up wound recovery and support joint, bone, and tissue damage
“Protein is made up of building blocks called amino acids. There are 20 different amino acids, and eight of them are essential – that means the body doesn’t make them, so one has to get them from food.”
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