Why Choose Organic Protein Powder

By Iva Cannon


People need good, digestible protein in sufficient amounts every day. This nutrient is important for proper development, growth, and tissue repair and replacement. It also makes people feel less hungry and maintain energy throughout the day. Since it's not all that easy to get an adequate and high-quality supply of proteins, using an organic protein powder supplement is a good idea.

At least 40 grams of protein is suggested daily for an adult. Those who don't like meat - the easiest way to get complete proteins - and those who are allergic to dairy products or nuts (other good sources), have trouble ingesting this amount. A complete protein is one which supplies all eight basic amino acids that the body needs. Animal products are usually complete, while plant proteins may not be.

Research has shown that not all can thrive on every kind of protein-containing food. In addition, vegetarians and vegans may find that getting 40 grams daily takes more time and effort than they are willing to invest. Ailments like fibromyalgia can be aggravated by a lack of this vital nutrient.

Food allergies often complicate the efforts of people to eat a balanced diet. Those who cannot digest milk, for instance, are either going without this food or failing to process it, so their bodies do not benefit from it and may actually regard it as a toxin. The Blood Type Diet tells us that some people do not digest beef well, or pork, but do alright with chicken. Others may have the exact opposite response to foods.

There is another prevalent reason why people fail to get the necessary proteins. They may simply be too busy. Grabbing carbohydrate and fat-laden fast foods or snacks, or skipping meals altogether, can mean a lack of many vital nutrients.

Powdered protein mixes are one answer. The proteins are often combined with vitamins, minerals, and enzymes (or pretreated with enzymes) to make them nutritious and digestible. Some powders may be dehydrated whole food, like whey, but most are concentrated. The idea is to deliver one-fourth to half of the daily requirement for proteins in one serving. The powders can be mixed with water or juice as a drink or with yogurt or cereal as a nutritional boost.

There are proteins for everyone. Those without food restrictions can use soy, whey, pea, nut, or algae-based formulas. Men may choose to avoid soy, a potent phytoestrogen. Whey is derived from milk but can be suitable for those who may have a lactose intolerance, since it does not contain this substance. For those with a true milk allergy, vegetable proteins may be best. Pea protein is good for those with allergies and for vegetarians and vegans. There are many good sources of proteins, and the industry is bringing out new products all the time.

Choosing organic allows consumers to avoid ingredients that were grown with massive applications of chemicals. It also means that no ingredients will be genetically modified, a process which is far from natural and is of concern to many. The safety of genetic engineering has not yet been proved.




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