Vegan Protein
Content: 55 Gram (CHF 0.06* / 1 Gram)
Content: 55 Gram (CHF 0.06* / 1 Gram)
Content: 500 Gram (CHF 4.98* / 100 Gram)
Content: 500 Gram (CHF 4.98* / 100 Gram)
Everyone needs enough vegan protein every day
Proteins play a key role in our body and its functions. Without these elementary building blocks of life, which have important key functions, we would not exist. Each of our body cells and the hormones and enzymes that control them are made up of proteins. A sufficient protein supply must always be ensured Proteins usually make up more than half of the dry weight of a cell. They are "special molecular tools", so to speak, which perform very specific tasks according to their structural composition.
In addition to all the vital functions in the organism, protein also helps to build muscle and break down fat at the same time. Even the antibodies of our immune system are made up of proteins. There are 21 proteinogenic ("protein-producing") amino acids available as basic building blocks from which proteins are made. Eight essential amino acids are particularly important for the human organism and must be constantly supplied to the body from outside because we cannot synthesize them ourselves. These amino acids are called Isoleucine Leucine Lysine Methionine Phenylalanine Threonine Tryptophan Valine
How much protein do we need?
According to the scientific literature, we need 0.34 grams per day and kilogram of body weight. The German Nutrition Society recommends a significantly higher value of 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day for adults who do light physical work. In fact, our protein requirements cannot be so easily lumped together, as a competitive athlete or tree feller has a completely different energy turnover than a small grandmother who mainly crochets in an armchair. In their growth phases, adolescents need more protein, a pregnant woman is in the process of developing a child in her womb, and the protein requirement can also be increased in the case of certain illnesses. For example, endurance athletes need around 1.3 g/(kg+day) and strength athletes up to 1.7 g/(kg+day), although not all sources always give exactly the same values. This increased protein requirement can also be met by a balanced diet. We know that fish and meat contain high levels of protein. Those who consciously avoid these, such as vegetarians and vegans, have the option of covering their protein requirements with protein supplements.
Not all vegan proteins are the same
When it comes to protein intake, it is not just the quantity that matters, but also the quality. The more similar the structures of the amino acids in the food are to those of the body's own proteins, the higher the biological value. This value indicates how much body protein can be formed from 100 grams of dietary protein. Dairy products, eggs, lean meat and fish can be expected to have a high biological value. Plant-based foods, although not quite as high, include cereals, potatoes, bread and pulses. It is best for our bodies to combine animal and plant-based dietary proteins, as the different proteins complement each other. High-quality nutritional supplements follow organic standards Of course, anyone can eat a healthy diet without animal foods. In this case, however, it will not be possible without monitoring the nutrient supply.
Special dietary supplements for vegans provide important nutritional building blocks that a strictly vegan diet does not provide in sufficient quantities. Not all products that are commercially available as food supplements have a sensible composition. Everyone is therefore well advised to pay attention to quality, for example by consciously choosing high-quality food supplements that meet organic standards.
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