Proteins - Benefits And Sources

01.21.2008 by Dr John Anne in Nutrients

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Proteins are the building blocks of the human body. It is the second most abundant substance next to water. The body uses proteins to heal, repair, and grow. Animal flesh is the best source of protein because it contains the complete line of amino acids as well as Vitamin B12.

Protein consumption does not change your blood sugar levels. Good Protein Sources: Chicken; turkey; lean, hormone-free red meats; salmon; tuna Bad Protein Sources: Vegetables, fruits, breads, Aha moment: Eat protein with carbohydrates to balance the blood sugar effects.

Here is the skinny on fats: Your body uses fats for the brain, your cells need fats for healthy function, and your glands need fats for balanced hormone production.

Fats supply insulation and protection for the organs, help store and transport fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), assist in mineral absorption (this is why low fat diets cause osteoporosis), cause fat mobilization (that’s right, you eat fat to lose fat!), slows the absorption of carbohydrates (manages blood sugar levels) and reduces hunger signals because you tend to feel more full.

Fats to reduce and avoid are following:-

# Omega 6 fats. We get these from grains, processed foods, vegetable, nut, and seed oils and breads. We eat an over abundance of these. They have a harmful inflammatory effect on the body.

# Saturated fats. Found in commercially raised animal products, palm oil.

# Vegetable, nut and seed oils are very unstable and break down into substances that is harmful to the body when heated. Hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils (trans-fats) Aha Moment: Eating healthy fats is good for you and will help you to lose weight.

Our bodies are 70% water. This is the most vital nutrient in our bodies. You are able to live for only 7 days without water. You can live at least 17 days without food. Every physiological process in your body uses water. It is required to transport nutrients, regulate temperature and to build tissues.

Dr John Anne is a herbal specialist with years of experience and extensive research on Herbs and Alternative health. For more helpful information read about Proteins Sources and Amino Acids Benefits at Vitamins and Minerals Guide.