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So Protein....I sat through a 2 hour lecture today and I thought I'd share the info with everyone....
PrOtEiNs.....
Functions: Growth and maintenance(Our favorite!!!!), creations of communicators and catalysts,immune system response, fluid and electrolyte regulations, acid-base balance, Transportation(aids in molecule movement accross the cell's membranes).
Growth & Maintenance:
Each body cell contains proteins. All growth depends on a sufficient supply of amino acids. The amino acids are needed to make the proteins required to support muscle, tissue,bone formation, and the cells themselves. Maintaining our bodies also requires a constant supply of amino acids. There is a continual turnover of body cells,which are made of proteins. The cells break down and must immediately be replaced. Each replacement cell requires the formation of additional proteins. That is why it is CRUCIAL to have a diet that includes good amounts of protein. Also needed for growth and maintenance is the protein collagen, found throughout the body. Collagen forms connective tissues such as ligaments ...they act as "glue" to keep the walls of the arteries intact. In addition, collagen proteins play an important role in bone and tooth formation, scar tissue synthesis, and for healthy hair, nails and skin. Proteins also play an important role in making hormones(which act as communicators that alert parts of the body in order to regulate organ functions), blood clotting, the defense system of our bodies(if there is not enough of amino acids to make these antibody proteins, our health is at risk),and they also maintain body fluid(water) throughout the body making sure all compartments of the body have sufficient amounts.
Protein Excess:
An excessive intake of protein results in increased deamination by the liver.This may be due to the high level of keto acids(also known as ketosis). The increased urea is excreted by the kidneys and it is also excreted by the liver. The excess amount of stress on the kidneys and liver could initiate underlying disorder of these organs. Animal-derived proteins such as meats may also be high in cholesterol/fat. This may increase the risk of coronary artery disease and some cancers, so be careful what type of protein you eat and how much. The relatiopnship between osteoporosis and excess protein has also been discovered. When protein intake is high, there is a slight increase of calcium excretion BUT absorbtion is unaffected.
Just my little input, hopefully it will educate some who do not know how protein works.
*Certain facts were taken out of the book: Nutrient, Food, and Health (ch.6) written by Sandy Long.
PrOtEiNs.....
Functions: Growth and maintenance(Our favorite!!!!), creations of communicators and catalysts,immune system response, fluid and electrolyte regulations, acid-base balance, Transportation(aids in molecule movement accross the cell's membranes).
Growth & Maintenance:
Each body cell contains proteins. All growth depends on a sufficient supply of amino acids. The amino acids are needed to make the proteins required to support muscle, tissue,bone formation, and the cells themselves. Maintaining our bodies also requires a constant supply of amino acids. There is a continual turnover of body cells,which are made of proteins. The cells break down and must immediately be replaced. Each replacement cell requires the formation of additional proteins. That is why it is CRUCIAL to have a diet that includes good amounts of protein. Also needed for growth and maintenance is the protein collagen, found throughout the body. Collagen forms connective tissues such as ligaments ...they act as "glue" to keep the walls of the arteries intact. In addition, collagen proteins play an important role in bone and tooth formation, scar tissue synthesis, and for healthy hair, nails and skin. Proteins also play an important role in making hormones(which act as communicators that alert parts of the body in order to regulate organ functions), blood clotting, the defense system of our bodies(if there is not enough of amino acids to make these antibody proteins, our health is at risk),and they also maintain body fluid(water) throughout the body making sure all compartments of the body have sufficient amounts.
Protein Excess:
An excessive intake of protein results in increased deamination by the liver.This may be due to the high level of keto acids(also known as ketosis). The increased urea is excreted by the kidneys and it is also excreted by the liver. The excess amount of stress on the kidneys and liver could initiate underlying disorder of these organs. Animal-derived proteins such as meats may also be high in cholesterol/fat. This may increase the risk of coronary artery disease and some cancers, so be careful what type of protein you eat and how much. The relatiopnship between osteoporosis and excess protein has also been discovered. When protein intake is high, there is a slight increase of calcium excretion BUT absorbtion is unaffected.
Just my little input, hopefully it will educate some who do not know how protein works.
*Certain facts were taken out of the book: Nutrient, Food, and Health (ch.6) written by Sandy Long.
