Protein Supplements

Protein is a part of every cell in your body, and no other nutrient plays as many different roles in keeping you alive and healthy. It is important for the growth and repair of your muscles, bones, skin, tendons, ligaments, hair, eyes and other tissues. Without it, you would lack the enzymes and hormones you need for metabolism, digestion and other important processes. Your body needs many different proteins for various purposes. It makes them from about 20 building blocks called amino acids. Protein is found in meat, chicken, turkey, fish and dairy foods as well as legumes (beans, peas and peanuts).

Protein-rich foods such as meats, poultry, eggs, and fish are generally more expensive and take longer to prepare than average foods. This partly explains why people consume more carbohydrate-rich foods in their daily diets. You can have a protein shake any time of day, and is a good alternative (or complement) to eggs and bacon if you're on an induction phase of a low carb diet. I'm sure most will agree that having eggs every day can get boring quickly.

Protein powders are obviously rich in protein and simple to prepare. They're generally low in carbohydrates (but ultra-low carb protein shakes are available) and other essential nutrients; their function is to provide your body with a generous amount of quality protein.

Essentially, protein powder supplements provide a quick fix of high quality protein without the fat and carbohydrates, which is also perfect for a quick snack between meals. A cold protein shake between lunch and dinner, for example, is a healthy and effective way to fending off hunger cravings. Don't overdo protein shakes though; Some may be tempted to replace every meal with protein shakes and this definitely would not be healthy. Maintain a good habit of having regular meals and utilize protein shakes as a supplement and as a meal replacement only on occasion.

Preparation of a protein shake is simple; dilute your protein mix with cold water. Juice is sometimes recommended on product labels, but this is not recommended for low carbers as the sugars in juice will increase the shake's carb count quite dramatically. Instead, we recommend low carbers try mixing with unsweetened soy milk which makes the shake smooth and rich. For a more tasteful shake, low carbers can try blending your powder with Davinci syrups. For controlled carbers, try frozen blueberries which provides rich anti-oxidents and other health benefits. To really give the shake a punch, enhance it further by adding a scoop of greens supplement power.

If you're too busy to mix your own shakes, or dont have access to a blender every time your body calls for a protein shake, then a ready-to-drink protein supplement will solve your problem. Each shake is premixed and ready to drink right from the container. Ready-to-drinks are more expensive, or course, but can save you even more time (and for some, time is money). Another stategy is to utilize more economical mix-yourself protein powders at home in the morning, while packing a ready-to-drink shake in your bag/brief case in case you need one in the afternoon.

In summary:

Protein shakes are an essential tool for those on low carb induction phases to change up their breakfast regimines. Protein shakes between meals is an effective way to stave off hunger and so is powerful tool to keep you from cheating on your diet. A ready-to-drink shake in your bag may save you from a trip to the drive-through of your local fast food restaurant. Utilize a dual strategy of dry mix protein (most economical) and ready-to-drink shakes (most convenient) to maximize results on your low carb diet.