Protein is undeniably important as it plays various roles in your body.
From the formation of cells to development of your muscles, skin,
hair and even nails, your body needs a constant supply of protein to
maintain optimum bodily functions. However, your protein needs vary
depending on your body and daily physical activity.
(1) Body Builders
Your muscles break down when you
perform resistance training.
Consume more protein to:
• Rebuild and repair muscles.
• Build lean muscle for a stronger, faster
and fitter you.
(2) Mommy-To-Be
What is good for the mother is also good for the baby.
Consume more protein to:
• Build baby’s healthy cell growth.
• Help in baby’s growth and development especially
during the second and third trimesters where your
baby undergo a rapid growing process.
• Help mothers to gain more muscle and
less fat.
(3) Breastfeeding Mommy
A breastfeeding mom requires almost twice
as much protein than a non-nursing mom.
Consume more protein to:
• Maintain mother’s health to produce
quality breastmilk.
• Optimise your infant’s growth and
development since protein is an
important component of breastmilk.
4) Middle-Aged People
As you enter middle-age, your body
undergoes a decline in performance
including progressive muscle loss among
other issues.
Consume more protein to:
• Slow down ageing by combining with
exercise to maintain muscle mass
and fitness.
• Lower risk of heart related issues
such as high cholesterol.
TIP:
Add 25g of soy protein into your diet
daily as it has been found to lower your
risk of high cholesterol level [1,2].
(5) Weight Watchers
A person with high metabolism rate burns
more calories compared to a person with
low metabolism rate.
Consume more
protein to:
• Increase satiety so you feel full longer .
• Help control the amount of calories that
you’re going to consume in your next
meal.
• Maintain muscle mass as the more
muscle you have, the higher metabolism
rate you will have.
(6) Dessert Lovers
A diet high in sugar leads to a high blood
glucose level which affects the heart
functions and may cause inflammation in
your body.
Consume more protein to:
• Stabilise blood glucose level.
• Help improve inflammation,
cholesterol level and insulin sensitivity [3,4].
If you are one of these people, the
simplest and easiest way for you to
increase your protein intake is through
dietary protein powders. Just mix it with
your favourite drink or you can blend it
with your favourite fruits as a healthier
alternative breakfast.
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- 8g of carbohydrates
- 500mg of calcium
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References:
1. Paddon-Jones D, Short KR, Campbell WW, Volpi E, Wolfe RR. Role of dietary protein in the sarcopenia of aging. Am J Clin Nutr. 2008;87(5):1562S-1566S.
2. Ramdath, D. D., Padhi, E. M. T., Sarfaraz, S., Renwick, S., & Duncan, A. M. (2017). Beyond the Cholesterol-Lowering Effect of Soy Protein: A Review of the
Effects of Dietary Soy and Its Constituents on Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease. Nutrients, 9(4), 324. http://doi.org/10.3390/nu9040324
3. Dong, J., Zhang, Z., Wang, P., & Qin, L. (2013). Effects of high-protein diets on body weight, glycaemic control, blood lipids and blood pressure in type 2
diabetes: Meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. British Journal of Nutrition, 110(5), 781-789. doi:10.1017/S0007114513002055
4. Barbara Parker, Manny Noakes, Natalie Luscombe, Peter Clifton. (2002). Effect of a High-Protein, High–Monounsaturated Fat Weight Loss Diet on Glycemic
Control and Lipid Levels in Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes Care Mar 2002, 25 (3) 425-430.
