Protein supplements: A Lot more Than Your Regular Multivitamin

1. Protein supplements: A Lot more Than Your Regular Multivitamin How many times have you ever eaten a ‘balanced diet’? Body can easily access proteins through adequate, well-balanced diet. But in today’s busy life, we often compromise with our diet routines as a result of which our bodies suffer from various deficiencies, majorly protein deficiency. Even when we follow a particular diet plan, at times the food that we eat is not rich enough in nutrients, especially protein, like that of vegans and vegetarians. Protein supplements make up for thus arising protein deficiency in the human body. Much more than regular multivitamins, protein supplements are quick and productive in terms of cost. They have a number of health benefits. Certain protein supplements help in restoring the energy of the body post-workout almost immediately and help give a pumped up start to the day when consumed for breakfast. Scientific research has proven that each body may react differently to different supplements depending upon the amount of daily physical and mental activity. The question is why should you be concerned about the amount of protein in your body? Balanced diet. The first chapter of Class 3 Science book explained the importance of nutrients for a human body. Protein is an essential macronutrient due to various reasons, including: ●Protein helps with muscle growth ●Protein is used to repair tissues ●It breaks the food into amino acids ●It helps reduce inflammation ●Lowers blood pressure ●Makes several hormones and enzymes Benefits of protein supplements ●As the name suggests, they enrich your body with the protein it needs ●Protein supplements help fight stress ●Aids weight management ●Helps with toning of muscles ●Helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases There are several protein powders available in the market but how to figure out which one is the best for you? Before using any protein supplements one must calculate the amount of proteins and nutrition his or her body needs. Only if your body lacks sufficient amount of

2. proteins should you go for protein supplements. It is very necessary to know the ingredients of the protein supplement one is consuming. Depending upon the amount of calories, protein and other nutrients, contained in the packing per serving should you choose your supplement? The myth that goes around is that protein supplements are for the ones who aim to ‘puff up’ or get ‘bulky’. They say half information is more dangerous than a full lie. The truth is that an appropriate amount of protein supplements is one of the best help to any and everyone who aims to live and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Recent studies show that most of the women suffer from deficiency of nutrients. The myth being that protein is for the ‘bulky’, women usually don’t go for protein snacks, drinks or supplements. However, protein supplements have proven to be highly beneficial for women as they help improve the overall composition of their bodies. To add to the list of truths and information, getting ‘bulky’ in the case of women can be a little difficult due to the presence of estrogen in their bodies. Also, gaining significant visibility of muscles, that is, the bulk being referred to require specific strenuous physical training and activity. It is difficult to meet our daily nutritional needs; therefore these protein supplements serve as nutritional packs. However, they are only beneficial if consumed in adequate proportions, depending on age, weight and gender. Available in a lot of forms including bars, snacks, powder, drinks, pills, these supplements include herbs, enzymes, vitamins, minerals and much more. So if you are too tired to make something to eat or go out, are in a hurry, or have drained your calories and energy while doing some physical activity or sport, the best way to deal with all of these and keep your body healthy is to consume protein health supplements. Protein health supplements are not just for bodybuilders but for health-builders as well. A healthy life is a happy life!