Proteins

We all know proteins from Biology, right? The amino acids line up in a certain order in the ribosome to create the proteins that "help us" on a molecular level. In greater detail, every time we eat something, the proteins we digest are broken up in order to replace the protein in our bodies.

However, like anything, you need balance. If you have too much protein (protein overdose) the body cannot store it all, and it is used for energy. Because of this, the amino acids have to be "deaminated" or the nitrogenous groups have to be eliminated. The increase of nitrogen is detrimental to the kidneys and also the liver that must process all the nitrogen.


If you have protein deficiency you symptoms such as a dramatic loss of weight, weakness, muscle wasting, accumulation of fluid, and edema. Protein deficiency is spurned by a negative nitrogen balance. The bottom line, is that with any deficiency your body cannot work at its usual rate.

If you have protein deficiency you symptoms such as a dramatic loss of weight, weakness, muscle wasting, accumulation of fluid, and edema. Protein deficiency is spurned by a negative nitrogen balance. The bottom line, is that with any deficiency your body cannot work at its usual rate.

Reiterating, protein are made up of amino acids. 20 different amino acids are joined together in a sequence designated by the DNA in order to create the protein the body needs. Our body supplies some of these amino acids, but the rest are ingested by what we eat. Protein is the main component in our skin, nails, hair, eyes, muscles, internal organs, and most importantly—our heart and brain. Protein essential in aiding growth, making healthy red blood cells and repair muscle and other body tissues. Muscle tissue is vital to movement, the tissue specializes in the ability to contract and conduct electrical impulses. Without protein, the muscle tissue wouldn't operate smoothly.

There are different types of proteins:
High quality proteins:
• animal based foods, supple all the needed proteins
Incomplete protein:
• a source low in one or more essential amino acids
Complementary proteins:
• two or more incomplete protein sources that are combined to meet the required amounts of essential amino acids.
The usual recommendations for a healthy died comprises of 15 to 20 percent proteins. However, long distance runners aren't the norm, they have a higher protein requirement in order to keep up their amazing stamina. Long distance runners need at least twice the requirement. Also, nitrogen balance can be influenced by timing with consumption, a better maintenance of nitrogen balance when protein is consumed after exercise.

Some examples of good sources of protein:
•meats (poultry, beef, pork, and lamb)
•seafood (fish and shellfish)
•dairy products (cheese, yogurt, milk)
•vegetables (dry beans, peas, oats)
•tofu and soy products
•nuts and seeds