You already know that vegetables are a good source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants, but some vegetables are a respectable source of protein too. Find out which vegetables are highest in protein and some of the pitfalls of using vegetables as your primary protein source.
Have you ever wondered why athletes need more protein than a sedentary person? Here are four reasons why athletes have higher protein requirements than people who don’t work out.
Now a new study shows that eating foods rich in the amino acid leucine may help preserve muscle mass when dieting.
Protein timing could help you increase your lean body mass. Find out when the best times to consume protein are to maximize muscle development.
Hungry all the time? It may be what you’re eating – or not eating. According to a new study published in the journal Obesity, eating a higher protein diet and adding a source of protein to every meal helps to control appetite.
Complete vs. incomplete proteins. Do you know the difference? If you’re vegetarian or vegan, it’s an important issue. Find out why.
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Cardiovascular exercise boosts endurance and heart health while burning calories and fat. Does cardiovascular exercise cause loss of muscle mass? Some fitness gurus think so.
he amino acids in protein are the building blocks the body needs for muscle development – and even if you lift hard you won’t get much definition if you’re protein deprived. But, how much do protein you really need for building muscle?
