Poteins! Why, what, when?
Why do I need proteins?
Proteins are essential for healing and repair
They are needed to make hormones such as thyroid hormone
They help you to fight infection, proteins are used to manufacture immune cells
Lack of proteins causes the body to break down muscle tissue
How much protein do I need each day?
Minimum intake = 0.8 - 1g per kg body weight
Thus should be increased if ill, post surgery, elderly, experiencing sarcopenia (muscle loss)
Athletes will also need to increase intake according to the intensity of activity
Increase intake during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
If vegan or vegetarian, multiple plant protein types need to be combined to accommodate for the lower protein bioavailability (book in with us to find out more!)
Further information on protein sources, charts, and combinations available upon request.