subject: A Closer Look At Protein Powder [print this page] Do you know what protein powder is? The answer to this question has been given several times before already. However, there might be people who are reading about it for the first time, that's why there's a need for a simple answer. Basically, it's a nutritional supplement that comes from one or more of the following: rice, whey, eggs, and soy. These are considered the best sources of protein. These sources of protein undergo intense processing, after which, these are turned into powdered form.
Then, you may mix the powder into juices, milk, or water. Truth is there are those who sprinkle it on their cereals, stir it into soups, or mix it with cooked and baked goodies. This protein powder is a supplement on which athletes and bodybuilders depend on to make sure they're getting enough protein. This is important, especially since these people need to build strong and lean muscles through weight lifting and exercise.
There are other benefits when you incorporate protein in your diet, as some health experts have found out. According to them, protein can boost the immune system, promote healthy skin, and hasten the healing of wounds after an injury or surgery. Most importantly, it is very much needed in muscle and tissue building and rebuilding. In fact, it comes a close second to water when it comes to essential nutrients needed by the body.
Even if you're not a bodybuilder, taking a glass of protein powder shake each day can provide you with many nutritional benefits. If possible, you have to take it every morning, because it can even out your body's blood sugar levels. It would be sufficient to last the whole day through. However, never forget that you should still take it moderately. Remember, too much of something can be bad and the same goes with protein.
Excessive ingestion of protein may prove to be risky especially to those contending with kidney or liver problems. You should always ask your doctor about the recommended dose before deciding to take it. Your doctor would probably recommend a dosage of protein powder based on your age, weight, and level of activities. Once he informs you of the proper dosage you should take, you may start looking for it in health food stores or on groceries, too.
