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For one of the most important macronutrient, I would say that protein comes very close when compared to carbohydrates or fat. Protein is essential for the healthy growth and maintenance of tissues throughout the body. Our hair, nails, skin, muscles, bone structure, formation of blood cells and antibodies, all require sufficient protein for a healthy formation. Without protein in the diet, we wouldn’t be able to survive, let alone exercising for healthy weight loss!

Our body uses protein all the time. About half the protein we eat is used for making enzymes. These are catalyst molecules which help us to digest food, create new cells and aid in producing energy for our cells to function properly. Protein is also used for making neurotransmitters, special chemicals that send messages to other parts of the body via nerve cells. Without neurotransmitters we wouldn’t be able to see, hear, think or move!

Once our body has used dietary protein for any specific function, it can break down the remaining components; carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, and produce more glucose for energy provision. Thus, protein can also contribute to energy needs as well as for structural growth. As for any macronutrient, we can still become overweight by consuming too much protein in the diet, although this is rare because the body uses more energy to convert it for storage as fat.

The amount of calories in protein is generally low, at 4 calories per gram, but this doesn’t always mean that it’s best to eat protein foods to lose weight. Many protein sources contain medium to high amounts of fat, and this adds extra calories to the diet. Remember, losing weight requires ingesting fewer calories overall. For the majority of people, protein foods should be included in a weight loss diet plan, however following a high protein diet is not recommended!

Generally, our body will use more protein in a day than what we consume from food. This means we need to provide a regular supply in the diet to maintain normal protein synthesis. If our diet doesn’t contain sufficient protein, the body will start to break down the proteins in muscle. This is normal for most of us, and will not affect health. The body will prioritize the muscle’s protein depending on if it’s used regularly, in other words, use it or lose it! This is one reason why many people who try to lose weight with just dieting alone will develop a reduced rate of metabolism after a few weeks on a new diet program.

List of Basic Protein Foods

  • Meat

  • Fish

  • Eggs

  • Dairy products – milk, Cheese, etc.

 

 

 

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