Health & Fitness Articles by Aidan Carroll
benefits of whey protein - By aidan carroll
Before knowing the benefits of whey protein, you need to first know, what exactly is it? During the process of conversion of cow's milk into cheese, a by-product is formed. This by-product is known as whey. Whey proteins are a rich source of the essential amino acids and make exceptional protein choice for adults, children and infants. In its pure form, Whey proteins contain little or no fat, lactose and cholesterol. Though whey proteins are mostly considered useful in terms of building muscle, you will be surprised to know that the benefits go beyond improving body composition. In the following lines, I have provided information about the benefits of whey protein.
Benefits of Whey Protein
- The amino acids present in the whey protein prove to be essential for the growth of healthy muscles, nails, skin and other connective tissue, thereby helping in improving body composition and enhancing athletic performance.
- Whey protein is helpful for the repair and growth of muscle tissue, mainly necessary after a workout.
- Consumption of whey protein proves beneficial for athletes as it increases the levels of glutathione, thereby enhancing the immune function
- Whey protein is a rich source of the essential amino acid, leucine, which plays a dominant role in promoting muscle protein synthesis and muscle growth.
- Whey proteins are useful for cancer patients as well. While undergoing chemotherapy or radiation, patients often face difficulty in having a balanced nutritional diet, thereby losing weight or facing protein calorie malnutrition. Whey proteins are easy to digest and very gentle to the system and thus, make an excellent protein choice.
- Since whey proteins have almost negligible fat, lactose and cholesterol, they are beneficial for patients diagnosed with diabetes, especially Type 2. It helps control blood glucose levels and is effective in case of weight management as well.
- Research suggests that whey proteins contain a number of components that are found in human breast milk. It is key ingredient found in all the infant formulas. For those who cannot breast feed their child, infant formulas, containing whey protein is the best option to explore.
- For aged people, consumption of whey protein helps prevent brittle bones. A diet, rich in whey protein, would help keep bones and muscles healthy and strong.
- While recuperating from wounds and surgical incisions, our body requires a lot of proteins. Being rich in content, whey protein is the most preferred choice.
- Another effective benefit of whey protein is that it helps in supporting both healthy weight-loss, as an appetite suppressant and muscle enhancing nutritional programmes.
Aidan Carroll NCEFl
Aidan Carroll has been involved in martial arts for over 20 years. He has studied many arts including Shotokan, Ju-jitsu, Aikido, and holds a 2nd degree black belt in kickboxing. Aidan is one of only 4 Irish men in the world to hold the instructors diploma in Krav Maga. Having done door work in many different pubs and clubs in Ireland for 3 years, Aidan quotes " When a situation becomes live and is taken outside of the Dojo (training arena) with respect , no other art I have studied is more practical than Krav Maga". Aidan graduated from the University of Limerick and holds a level 2 NCEF diploma in Anatomy and Physiology and Personal training. Aidan is also a sports injury rehabilitation therapist and a strength & conditioning coach and is also trained in emergency first aid and CPR.