Boost your protein intake to support your health and weight loss goals. Many of us don’t realize that the Standard American Diet lacks sufficient protein, even in foods we think are high in protein. This protein deficiency can lead to a host of health issues without us even realizing it.
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So, how much protein do you need, and how can you ensure you’re getting enough? Today, we explore the importance of protein in a healthy diet, signs of protein deficiency, and how to rectify it.
Protein is crucial for muscle and organ health, satiety, energy, hormone regulation, and overall wellbeing. It is one of the three essential macronutrients alongside carbohydrates and fats. Despite its importance, many of us fall short on our protein intake, especially if we follow a low-fat, plant-based, or standard American diet.
When it comes to macronutrients, proteins play a vital role in growth and repair. Carbohydrates provide energy, while fats serve as energy reserves. By understanding oxidative priority and the thermic effect of food, we can make informed choices to optimize our diet and energy levels.
Oxidative priority dictates the order in which our body utilizes nutrients for energy, highlighting proteins as essential for muscle repair and growth. The thermic effect of food reveals that proteins have the highest energy expenditure during digestion, facilitating a slight increase in metabolic rate.
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