Major health benefits of proteins.

Major health benefits of proteins.

1) Build More Muscle Mass.

 Muscles are primarily made up of protein. When we perform any physical activity, protein requirement increases. Consuming sufficient protein leads to more muscle tissue than we are breaking down, which leads to more muscle over time . There is a progressive loss of muscle mass with aging. Significant loss of muscle mass with aging is termed sarcopenia. The combination of resistance training along with sufficient intake of protein has shown improvement in muscle mass. 

2) Improved Body Composition 

In order to lose fat, we need to be in a calorie deficit. A sufficient intake of protein will help in retaining maximum muscle mass and, thus, improve body fat and muscle mass ratio.

 3) Improved Satiety 

Protein keeps you full for a longer period of time as it regulates the hunger hormone (Ghrelin) and increases the levels of satiety hormone (Peptide YY). 

4) Improved Bone Health 

In addition to calcium, in the presence of an adequate supply of vitamin D, dietary proteins represent key nutrients for bone health and, thereby, function in the prevention of osteoporosis, a condition in which bones become weak and brittle.