To the proteinsare molecules made up of a set of amino acids, which play an important role in the structural composition of muscles, formation of fabrics, synthesis of hormones, etc.
when we eat protein rich foods, our body digests these molecules to release the amino acids that will be used for different functions.
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You amino acids are classified into two types: essential and non-essential.
Proteins can be of animal or vegetable origin. Those that come from animals have all the amino acids necessary for our metabolism.
Proteins of vegetable origin have a lower biological value, as they do not have all the amino acids and their absorption is lower.
The combination of protein-rich foods ensures that our daily needs are met, even when we eat proteins of lower biological value, such as vegetable proteins.
During the digestion process, these foods provide essential amino acids that balance the functioning of our body.
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The indicated by Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) is 0.8g/kg of body weight every day, that is, a person weighing 65 kg needs to consume 52 grams of protein every day.
A American Dietetic Association indicates that very active individuals have a higher metabolic rate and need a greater amount of protein, around 25% of the total of a normal individual.
This is the case for athletes who need more muscle strength and high performance and therefore need to eat more protein throughout the day.
It is important to remember that individual amounts should always be calculated by a nutritionist.
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