Whey Protein- For Healthy Diet & Fat Loss
Protein helps build/maintain muscle and perform biological functions. The Indian diet is high on carbohydrates and low on protein, so most Indians actually do not get their daily protein requirement. Its even harder for vegetarians- an egg contains 6 grams of protein, and a glass of milk contains 8 gms. The daily recommended intake for protein is 56 gms for men and 46 gms for women.
Without enough protein in your diet, your body will eat into its own muscle for maintenance. This slows down your metabolism- so you burn fewer calories, and store more fat! Worry not- Protein powder can supplement your diet to ensure you get the recommended protein intake. One scoop of whey protein delivers 20-25 gms of high quality protein. Mix it with juice or milk, yoghurt, fruits and you get a delicious, nutritious snack! Here’s a protein packed delicious dessert recipe.
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If you play sports, workout or have a physically active occupation, your protein requirements are higher- they can vary from 1.5-2 gms per kg of body weight. So an 80 kg athlete might need to consume 120-160 gms of protein per day. That much protein is hard to get without protein supplements.
A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition, found that over a 12 month period, participants on a moderately high protein diet lost as much as 38% more fat, than those who followed the USDA Pyramid guidelines- more on how protein helps reduce fat
Myth: Whey protein is only for ‘body builders’. Fact: its for anyone who wants to ensure that they’re getting enough protein in their diet.
Note that not all protein supplements is equal. To make sure you get high quality whey protein- buy from a reputed international brand. Whey protein is higher quality than soy protein- understand protein quality. Currently, Indian protein brands produce lower quality protein as compared to international companies like MegaPro.
If you need whey protein supplement from a reputed international brand MegaPro in India, just call us 011-2923-6553/54 or email order@fitho.in and we’ll deliver it to you. Here’s our list of health supplements in India.
Got questions about protein- health concerns, how to consume it, where to get it? Discuss them in the whey protein powder discussion.
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I am diabetic Type 2, since last ten years. My height 163 cm,weight 62.7 Kg and I am 47 years old. Blood sugar at fasting remain 140 & after meal it is 206, & cholestrol & HDL is well within limit. I use to do exercise on treadmill at speed 6km/hr with inclination of 10 degree for 30 minutes daily. This exercise is sufficient for me or should I do some other exercise to keep my diabitic in control. As per my doctor I use to take medicine (1)Janumet 50mg/500 mg daily in the morning (2) Gemer 1 before lunch (3) Gemer 1 half tablet befor dinner (3)Ecosprin Gold at bed time. I would request you to please tell me can I take Prorein powder & if yes then what quantity & at what time? Is there any other food supplement I have to take ? Please suggest.
With warm regards,
(Rambabu)
It’s pretty awesome having nutrition as my life. I always tell people when they ask me what kind of supplements to take. Start with the basics and get some whey protein as a body building supplement then if you want, try an EFA stack for weight loss. As always throw in a multivitamin.