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Benefits Found in A Protein Shake

By | Mar 23, 2010 | 0 Comments | Rating: 0

A protein shake is a drink usually taken by athletes that contains high amounts of protein, prepared by mixing powder with liquids such as water, milk and even fruit juices. Apart from powder mixes, they also come in ready-to-drink packets, in a variety of flavors.

Protein is a big part of our daily diet, regardless of what your goals are - whether to increase muscle and get bigger and stronger, lose weight to stay lean, or improve your personal fitness. Without protein, our bodies will not build muscle. Drinking protein shakes can add about 200 or 300 grams (800 to 1,200 calories) to our bodies a day.

There are various brands of protein shakes with different compositions but the key ingredients are always protein hydrosolates. These are already broken down, so that our bodies absorb them more easily.

Many powders contain amino acids and glucose rich carbohydrates which increase the body's insulin level; this encourages and stimulates the body to turn protein into muscles, also known as protein synthesis. This synthesis happens most rapidly after exercise.

While we should always get our daily diet to contain protein, there are times when a shake is better than food, like in the mornings. Another important time to take a protein shake is after a workout when our muscles need to repair and rebuild themselves. It is the perfect solution for someone wanting to preserve their hard work and maximize hard-earned muscles.

The benefits of protein shakes include being able to be consumed immediately after exercising without the appetite being suppressed or having the effects of bloating. In addition, the shakes have been proven to assist with bone formation, reduce muscular and joint injuries as well as viral infections and muscular soreness after exercise.

Whether you are looking to gain some major mass in the gym, or looking to repair that lean muscle, the right protein powder could make or break your exercise efforts.





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Thaya Kareeson is the Founder and Creator of TweakFit. After his sustainable success in losing 45 lbs. and reaching 18% body fat, Thaya launched TweakFit.com hoping to help others improve their physical fitness level.

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