It’s important to get enough protein in your diet, especially if you work out but protein quality matters too. How is the quality of a protein determined? Read on and discover two factors that impact protein quality.
What’s the most filling macronutrient? Protein, of course – but is plant protein as filling as animal protein? Read on and find out more about protein sources and their effect on appetite.
Meat and dairy aren’t the only good sources of protein. These days, you can fulfill your protein needs with a variety of meat substitutes – but how healthy are they? This article discusses plant-based sources of protein, both packaged and natural, along with general guidelines on making the healthiest choices.
If you’re an athlete, train with weights or do any form of intense exercise, you’re probably focused on getting enough protein, but how much do you really need? This article looks at that issue and discusses 5 protein myths that many people still believe.
No doubt you need more protein when you resistance train regularly, but protein can be animal or plant based. Some people believe animal protein is superior to plant-based sources for muscle strength and hypertrophy. Is there any truth to this?
Do protein needs change with age? According to a new study they do. To build lean body mass and maintain the muscle you have, you may need to increase your protein intake as you grow older due to a problem called anabolic resistance. Find out what this new research shows.
If you’re concerned about getting enough amino acids in your diet, you really only need to make sure you’re taking in an adequate amount of protein every day. If you regularly eat meat, fish, poultry and eggs, or if you drink milk or eat cottage cheese, you likely don’t need to supplement with amino acids for nutritional purposes.
Whole grains are a good source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. If you’re ready to try something new, discover the world of ancient grains, grains that still exist in their natural, unaltered states. Here are five that are worthy of adding to your diet.
Meat isn’t the only source of protein. Some people, even athletes, meet their requirements exclusively for protein from plant sources. Is this a good idea? This article discusses the pros and cons of plant proteins versus proteins from animal sources.
Getting adequate amino acids from protein is important for everyone, but you may need more if you strength-train or do endurance exercise. One group of amino acids called branched chain amino acids seem to offer additional benefits when you work out. Find out what they are and the best sources for them.
In the past, eggs have been maligned for their role in raising cholesterol. Now a recent study suggests that not only do eggs not raise total cholesterol, they may actually improve your lipid profile. Find out more about the impact eggs have on lipids and discover other surprising health benefits of Eggland’s Best eggs.
These days you have lots of “milk” options. If you’re lactose intolerant or avoid animal products, you can choose from plant-based milks. One of the most popular is soymilk. Have you ever wondered how soymilk compares to dairy milk from a nutritional standpoint? Get the full scoop.
