Did you know Protein ........

BabsieGirl · 10-15-2003, 01:52 PM

Here are 7 critical functions of protein that affect humans of every age, from birth to death.

*Protein promotes new cell growth throughout the xbody. Existing in a constant state of growth and repair, the body uses protein to create and replace hair, skin and muscles. Protein is of extreme significance in maintaining healthy bones - especially in accordance with the aging process.

*Protein propels the body's catabolism/anabolism cycle. This cycle is crucial to physically active people. Exercising causes muscle tissue to be broken down in a process called catabolism, and restored in a process called anabolism. Increasing protein intake in the anabolic mode helps the body form new muscle tissue as well as repair/rebuild existing tissue. (Rest and recovery also contribute greatly to the effectiveness of exercising.) Participating in regular exercise without consuming sufficient protein can move the body into a catabolic (muscle wasting) state.

*Protein increases metabolism. Due to the chemical reactions associated with the digestion, absorption and storage of food, a person's metabolic rate increases after eating a meal. Certain amino acids found in protein directly stimulate these after-meal cellular processes. A high-protein meal raises metabolism about 25%, compared with a 5% boost after a high-carbohydrate meal.

*Protein helps monitor water balance. The water comprising the majority of the body is found between and within cells as well as inside the vascular system (i.e., capillaries, veins and arteries). Proteins are hydrophilic, meaning they are attracted to water. Thus, working with certain minerals, they help regulate the correct amount of water in each area of the body. A diet deficient in protein results in depleted proteins in the blood. Without enough protein to attach to water in the vascular spaces, the water leaks out into the spaces between the cells, causing edema, or water retention, due to the kidney's inability to excrete it.

*Protein strengthens the immune system. Protein is critical for a healthy immune system. Dietary protein produces proteins called antibodies, which live in the blood and combat disease. When the body is attacked by viruses, bacteria or other foreign intruders, antibodies deactivate the intruders, thereby preventing the disease. Amazingly, the body's cells retain a molecular memory of the antibodies used in an invasion, to be used the next time that infection sets in. Thus, once protein helps the body fight off disease the first time, it continues to thwart that condition in the future.

*Protein maintains nitrogen balance. Of the four energy nutrients - carbohydrates, protein, fat and alcohol - only protein contains nitrogen, which is critical in repairing, rebuilding, growing muscle tissue, fighting infections, handling stress and staying healthy. Nitrogen is constantly depleted in sweat, urine and feces, making it necessary to ingest enough protein to keep the body in a state of positive nitrogen balance. The maintenance of this crucial equilibrium is the foundation of many nutritionally sound, doctor-prescribed lifestyle diets prescribing the frequent intake of light, protein-rich meals throughout the day, compared with the traditional, heavier, breakfast-lunch-dinner mode. The higher the quality of the protein (as measured by Biological Value), the more nitrogen is absorbed and retained by the body.*

*Protein maintains life. Without sufficient protein, the body cannot perform the full spectrum of structural and biochemical reactions required for normal cardiovascular function, muscle contraction, healing, growth and recovery from illness/stress.

Quality Protein SourcesSource Serv. Size Cal. Protein Grams Cal% Prot.
Egg (Average, whole) 1 70.9 5.8 33%
Egg White (Average) 1 14 3.5 100%
Milk (Nonfat, Vitamin D Enriched) 1c. 90 9 40%
Beef T-bone Steak (lean, choice grade, broiled) 3.5oz. 221.3 30.2 55%
Beef Sirloin Steak (lean, choice grade, broiled) 3.5oz. 205.4 31.9 62%
Pork (lean cuts, roasted) 3.5oz. 234.2 27.8 47%
Ground Beef (lean, med-rare) 3.5oz. 283.8 24 34%
Beef Chuck (lean, choice grade, braised) 3.5oz. 212.3 29.8 56%
Halibut (broiled) 3.5oz. 169.7 25 59%
Salmon (broiled or baked) 3.5oz. 180.6 26.8 59%
Chicken (breast, no skin, roasted) 3.5oz. 165.7 24.8 59%
Turkey (flesh only, roasted) 3.5oz. 168.7 29.1 69%
High quality whey protein supplement
Designer Whey from NEXT Proteins 3.5oz. 380 73 73%

Whey IS High Quality Protein

Proteins with the highest BV have been shown to be the most growth-promoting and muscle-building sources, making whey with a BV of over 100 an exceptional protein. Whey surpasses whole egg protein, which serves as the reference protein at 100%.

Biological Value of a Number of Dietary Proteins Food Protein Biological Value (BV)
Whey (lactalbumin) 104
Whole egg 100
Cow's milk 91
Beef 80
Casein 77
Soy 74
Wheat 54
Beans 49

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Jill · 10-15-2003, 08:10 PM

Great info, thanks!

BabsieGirl · 10-15-2003, 08:38 PM

Any time

TheGreatSatan · 10-16-2003, 01:22 AM

Good post. Thanks!

BabsieGirl · 10-16-2003, 08:11 AM

I'm glad you both like this. I found it interesting myself. Thought it would be helpful for everyone that's been asking about protein and what it does.

BabsieGirl · 10-16-2003, 08:22 PM

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min0 lee · 07-03-2005, 08:17 PM

Here ya go TP.

10-15-2003, 01:52 PM	#1
BabsieGirl Fighting Endometriosis Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 7,495	Did you know Protein ........ Here are 7 critical functions of protein that affect humans of every age, from birth to death. Protein promotes new cell growth throughout the xbody. Existing in a constant state of growth and repair, the body uses protein to create and replace hair, skin and muscles. Protein is of extreme significance in maintaining healthy bones - especially in accordance with the aging process. Protein propels the body's catabolism/anabolism cycle. This cycle is crucial to physically active people. Exercising causes muscle tissue to be broken down in a process called catabolism, and restored in a process called anabolism. Increasing protein intake in the anabolic mode helps the body form new muscle tissue as well as repair/rebuild existing tissue. (Rest and recovery also contribute greatly to the effectiveness of exercising.) Participating in regular exercise without consuming sufficient protein can move the body into a catabolic (muscle wasting) state. Protein increases metabolism. Due to the chemical reactions associated with the digestion, absorption and storage of food, a person's metabolic rate increases after eating a meal. Certain amino acids found in protein directly stimulate these after-meal cellular processes. A high-protein meal raises metabolism about 25%, compared with a 5% boost after a high-carbohydrate meal. Protein helps monitor water balance. The water comprising the majority of the body is found between and within cells as well as inside the vascular system (i.e., capillaries, veins and arteries). Proteins are hydrophilic, meaning they are attracted to water. Thus, working with certain minerals, they help regulate the correct amount of water in each area of the body. A diet deficient in protein results in depleted proteins in the blood. Without enough protein to attach to water in the vascular spaces, the water leaks out into the spaces between the cells, causing edema, or water retention, due to the kidney's inability to excrete it. Protein strengthens the immune system. Protein is critical for a healthy immune system. Dietary protein produces proteins called antibodies, which live in the blood and combat disease. When the body is attacked by viruses, bacteria or other foreign intruders, antibodies deactivate the intruders, thereby preventing the disease. Amazingly, the body's cells retain a molecular memory of the antibodies used in an invasion, to be used the next time that infection sets in. Thus, once protein helps the body fight off disease the first time, it continues to thwart that condition in the future. Protein maintains nitrogen balance. Of the four energy nutrients - carbohydrates, protein, fat and alcohol - only protein contains nitrogen, which is critical in repairing, rebuilding, growing muscle tissue, fighting infections, handling stress and staying healthy. Nitrogen is constantly depleted in sweat, urine and feces, making it necessary to ingest enough protein to keep the body in a state of positive nitrogen balance. The maintenance of this crucial equilibrium is the foundation of many nutritionally sound, doctor-prescribed lifestyle diets prescribing the frequent intake of light, protein-rich meals throughout the day, compared with the traditional, heavier, breakfast-lunch-dinner mode. The higher the quality of the protein (as measured by Biological Value), the more nitrogen is absorbed and retained by the body.* *Protein maintains life. Without sufficient protein, the body cannot perform the full spectrum of structural and biochemical reactions required for normal cardiovascular function, muscle contraction, healing, growth and recovery from illness/stress. Quality Protein SourcesSource Serv. Size Cal. Protein Grams Cal% Prot. Egg (Average, whole) 1 70.9 5.8 33% Egg White (Average) 1 14 3.5 100% Milk (Nonfat, Vitamin D Enriched) 1c. 90 9 40% Beef T-bone Steak (lean, choice grade, broiled) 3.5oz. 221.3 30.2 55% Beef Sirloin Steak (lean, choice grade, broiled) 3.5oz. 205.4 31.9 62% Pork (lean cuts, roasted) 3.5oz. 234.2 27.8 47% Ground Beef (lean, med-rare) 3.5oz. 283.8 24 34% Beef Chuck (lean, choice grade, braised) 3.5oz. 212.3 29.8 56% Halibut (broiled) 3.5oz. 169.7 25 59% Salmon (broiled or baked) 3.5oz. 180.6 26.8 59% Chicken (breast, no skin, roasted) 3.5oz. 165.7 24.8 59% Turkey (flesh only, roasted) 3.5oz. 168.7 29.1 69% High quality whey protein supplement Designer Whey from NEXT Proteins 3.5oz. 380 73 73% Whey IS High Quality Protein Proteins with the highest BV have been shown to be the most growth-promoting and muscle-building sources, making whey with a BV of over 100 an exceptional protein. Whey surpasses whole egg protein, which serves as the reference protein at 100%. Biological Value of a Number of Dietary Proteins Food Protein Biological Value (BV) Whey (lactalbumin) 104 Whole egg 100 Cow's milk 91 Beef 80 Casein 77 Soy 74 Wheat 54 Beans 49 Designer Protein - 2lb Retail Price: $34.99 Your Price: $21.95 You Save: $13.00 Designer Whey - 5lb Retail Price: $49.95 Your Price: $36.99 You Save: $12.96
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10-15-2003, 08:38 PM	#3
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10-16-2003, 08:11 AM	#5
BabsieGirl Fighting Endometriosis Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 7,495	I'm glad you both like this. I found it interesting myself. Thought it would be helpful for everyone that's been asking about protein and what it does.
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10-16-2003, 08:22 PM	#6
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07-03-2005, 08:17 PM	#7
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10-15-2003, 08:10 PM	#2
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