Macronutrients: Proteins

In our earlier blog, we have discussed about Carbohydrates. In this blog I would like to discuss about our 2^nd Macronutrient, PROTEIN.

What is Protein?

• Protein is one of the major nutrients in our food. 
• It provides energy to our body and is used to build the muscles and organs.
• Proteins are made up of Amino acids.

What Protein does in your Body?

• Builds and repair tissues (Muscles and Organs are made up of Protein)
• Produces enzymes and hormones
• Supports immune function
• Produces energy and stamina

Humans cannot survive when Protein stores drop below 50 percent.

Two Sources Of Protein:

Animal-Based Protein:

Animal-Based proteins are called complete proteins because they contain balanced Amino acids.

Plant-Based Protein

Unless Vegetarians eat soy protein or combine different grains and beans together, they will not get all the amino acids they need.

Different People, Different Requirements.

Based up on life style, height, weight, age etc., Men need 100 – 200 gms of protein per day where as Women need 50-100 gms of protein per day.