Monday, December 22, 2008

Why We Need Protein In Our Diet


Proteins are needed to grow, nourish and repair body cells, muscles, tissues, and organs. They also assist other bodily functions like metabolism, digestion, and producing antibodies, that fight infection. And who hasn’t heard the shampoo commercials who tell us that protein gives us healthy shining hair?
Protein needs to be balanced for us to be at our healthiest. If you don’t get enough eventually your muscles start to weaken and break down. Our daily physical activity uses up protein and needs to be replenished.
Children need additional protein to grow and build strong muscles.Many foods which supply protein do contain certain other needed vitamins and minerals, which is one reason why protein bars have become so prevalent over the years.

Protein bars are a tasty and convenient way of ensuring your body gets the protein it needs. They are especially popular for those on the go, who do not have enough time to fix meals in advance, or simply want to avoid snacking on junk foods.
MesoTech Protein bars are ideal for a snack at work, during a long journey or simply if you get hungry. Along with being high in protein, these protein bars also have adequate carbohydrates to fuel the body with nutrition and energy. They even taste a lot better than other bars I have tried.

No comments: