In response to emails asking for more information on how protein deficiency affects muscle growth – here’s a quick explanation.
Protein is integral to your body; haemoglobin, the structure of your muscles, organs, brain cells, genes and all the enzymes that control all functions are protein based. Your body needs a constant supply of protein to support its constant rebuilding program.
Did you know that more than 98% of the molecules of your body are replaced every year.
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Your skin and mucous membrane completely rebuild themselves every month.
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Your blood supply renews itself every three months.
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Your muscle proteins are replaced every six months.
If your protein supply is insufficient, or your protein type is incomplete, [lacks all essential amino acids in the right proportions] a deficiency results. This deficiency suppresses critical metabolic functions necessary for repair and building of tissues, including muscles.
In addition, a deficiency of essential amino acids limits protein synthesis and growth.
To date, there is insufficient research to fully determine the best growth-promoting protein sources. However, it has been shown conclusively that animal protein [whey] is more effective for muscle building purposes than vegetable [soy] protein.
For our purposes in the Antiaging and Anti-Tiredness Programs we need to not only provide the right type of protein, but also ensure the protein is full utilised for cell and muscle growth.
You can learn more about the different types of protein here.
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