Why Choose Organic Protein Powder

By Iva Cannon


Did you know that adults need at least 40 grams of good-quality protein a day? Do you know how many grams you're getting? Most people fail to get adequate amounts of this vital nutrient. People of all ages need proteins for growth and development, energy, and tissue repair. Protein-rich foods are great for weight control, because they make us feel full faster and stay satisfied longer. One way to ensure getting sufficient amounts of this important nutrient is by using organic protein powder.

At least 40 grams of protein is suggested daily for an adult. Those who don't like meat - the easiest way to get complete proteins - and those who are allergic to dairy products or nuts (other good sources), have trouble ingesting this amount. A complete protein is one which supplies all eight basic amino acids that the body needs. Animal products are usually complete, while plant proteins may not be.

Research has shown that not all can thrive on every kind of protein-containing food. In addition, vegetarians and vegans may find that getting 40 grams daily takes more time and effort than they are willing to invest. Ailments like fibromyalgia can be aggravated by a lack of this vital nutrient.

Food allergies often complicate the efforts of people to eat a balanced diet. Those who cannot digest milk, for instance, are either going without this food or failing to process it, so their bodies do not benefit from it and may actually regard it as a toxin. The Blood Type Diet tells us that some people do not digest beef well, or pork, but do alright with chicken. Others may have the exact opposite response to foods.

Those who have a busy lifestyle may be doing themselves harm without realizing it. Grabbing fast food or skipping meals entirely is a good way to compromise health and cause weight gain. It makes it harder than ever to get balanced nutrition and the proper amounts of nutrients.

Proteins in powder form may be whole food products, like whey, but are more often concentrated proteins from milk, soy, legumes, sea vegetables, or other sources. They usually contain added vitamins and minerals as well as enzymes to enhance digestion and flavors to make them palatable. By concentrating the proteins, which involves removing carbohydrates and fats from whole food, manufacturers can provide up to half the daily requirement in one meal-replacing drink.

There are proteins for everyone. Those without food restrictions can use soy, whey, pea, nut, or algae-based formulas. Men may choose to avoid soy, a potent phytoestrogen. Whey is derived from milk but can be suitable for those who may have a lactose intolerance, since it does not contain this substance. For those with a true milk allergy, vegetable proteins may be best. Pea protein is good for those with allergies and for vegetarians and vegans. There are many good sources of proteins, and the industry is bringing out new products all the time.

Choosing organic allows consumers to avoid ingredients that were grown with massive applications of chemicals. It also means that no ingredients will be genetically modified, a process which is far from natural and is of concern to many. The safety of genetic engineering has not yet been proved.




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