Why Choose Organic Protein Powder

By Iva Cannon


People need good, digestible protein in sufficient amounts every day. This nutrient is important for proper development, growth, and tissue repair and replacement. It also makes people feel less hungry and maintain energy throughout the day. Since it's not all that easy to get an adequate and high-quality supply of proteins, using an organic protein powder supplement is a good idea.

Getting 40 grams a day is hard for many people, even those who watch their diet carefully. Those who don't eat meat often have trouble getting an adequate amount. People who are allergic to dairy products are unable to profit from that rich source. Animal foods are 'complete', in that they contain the basic amino acids which are the building blocks of all proteins. Vegetable sources seldom have all eight essential amino acids.

Research has shown that not all can thrive on every kind of protein-containing food. In addition, vegetarians and vegans may find that getting 40 grams daily takes more time and effort than they are willing to invest. Ailments like fibromyalgia can be aggravated by a lack of this vital nutrient.

Food sensitivities and allergies complicate the problem. For those intolerant of milk proteins, for example, dairy foods are toxic rather than beneficial. The Blood Type Diet is a book and eating system that seeks to inform people about the best foods for their body type. What is good for one person may be bad for another.

Those who have a busy lifestyle may be doing themselves harm without realizing it. Grabbing fast food or skipping meals entirely is a good way to compromise health and cause weight gain. It makes it harder than ever to get balanced nutrition and the proper amounts of nutrients.

Powdered protein mixes are one answer. The proteins are often combined with vitamins, minerals, and enzymes (or pretreated with enzymes) to make them nutritious and digestible. Some powders may be dehydrated whole food, like whey, but most are concentrated. The idea is to deliver one-fourth to half of the daily requirement for proteins in one serving. The powders can be mixed with water or juice as a drink or with yogurt or cereal as a nutritional boost.

There are proteins for everyone. Those without food restrictions can use soy, whey, pea, nut, or algae-based formulas. Men may choose to avoid soy, a potent phytoestrogen. Whey is derived from milk but can be suitable for those who may have a lactose intolerance, since it does not contain this substance. For those with a true milk allergy, vegetable proteins may be best. Pea protein is good for those with allergies and for vegetarians and vegans. There are many good sources of proteins, and the industry is bringing out new products all the time.

Buying organic is a good idea in these days of heavy pesticide, herbicide, and chemical fertilizer use. In addition, many crops used in our food or as animal feed are genetically engineered today. Those who choose to eat naturally should look for organic certification on foods and formulas, and may want products with the non-GMO guarantee as well. Organic certification prohibits the use of GMOs, but standards can always change for the worse.




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