Proteins are made of individual “building block” units called amino acids (AAs) that are linked together A chain of AAs is called a peptide Long peptides are proteins The order of the AAs allows different proteins to have different functions Functions: Enzymes All biological enzymes are made of protein For example, the dige…

The nutrients in food are broken down into the three types of macro-nutrients. Macro-nutrients mean nutrients we need in large amounts. Micro-nutrients are vitamins and minerals – we need these in small amounts. Each type of nutrient performs specific functions in the body, but interacts with other nutrients to carry out those …

Protein powder is considered the most widely used supplement in sports nutrition. Most commonly associated with strength, speed and power athletes, protein shakes are now used in endurance-based sports too. This is because protein has been shown through scientific studies and research to contribute to both the growth and main…

A protein’s strength or weakness is based on the quality and quantity of its essential amino acid profile for healthful growth effects. For example, Soy protein generates known cardiovascular benefits, while Whey protein reproduces significant muscle growth effects. Protein quality may therefore be judged by its essential amin…

Protein quality (From Wikipedia and other sources) Protein quality is the digestibility and quantity of essential amino acids for providing the proteins in correct ratios for human consumption. There are various methods that rank the quality of different types of protein, some of which are outdated and no longer in use, or n…

If you are going regularly to gym or sports academy and are being advised or taking any supplements, please consider the following: 60-70% of fitness supplements being used in gyms or fitness centres / sports academies in India are fake as per the ASSOCHAM & RNCOS survey of 2015 and the same has also been analysed in detai…

What are Proteins and their role: Human body consists of 65% water. 2nd most important component of human body is proteins, at around 20%. Therefore, protein is a macro-nutrient i.e. a nutrition required in large quantities everyday to meet bodily requirements. Human body requires proteins for basically two functions: Mainten…