Most athletes use protein shakes and natural protein to build muscle. Protein is a concentrated protein that forms the basis for the synthesis of new white compounds in the body. There are many articles that describe the benefits and harms of protein. Let's try to figure them out.
When taking protein, which would seem to be so useful, you need to know about some of the possible side effects for the body that it carries.
The harm of the protein, first of all, is that a measure is needed in its intake, otherwise the organism may become intoxicated. On average, his standard daily dose for a bodybuilder-athlete is 300-500g.
Initially, in Soviet times, protein was introduced into a number of anabolic steroids, so a sharply negative attitude towards it is often found to this day. However, not everything is so deplorable. In principle, the harm of a protein, like any other product, can fully manifest itself with an “overdose”. But, again, this can happen when using any product or food.
For the proper use of protein, you should know several of its main features. So, we note that it is absorbed in the body by 60% and only in combination with a certain amount of carbohydrates. The most acceptable compatibility formula is about 30% protein compounds, about 60% carbohydrate and 10% lipids. But in reality this is very difficult to achieve. As a rule, the lack is in protein.
To normalize and fully assimilate protein, you need to remember that:
- Taking protein is not recommended in the evening. It is useless; it is not digested. The best time to take is morning immediately after training. Then a double effect is achieved: restoration of body tone and increase in muscle mass.
- Protein shakes can be taken between lunch and dinner. But it is not necessary to prepare it from the cheapest protein powder, otherwise the harm of protein shakes will be on the face - it simply will not be absorbed or the body will not accept it.
Many people who have had side effects after consuming protein bought either a raw product or a soy product. A possible reaction of the body is an allergic rash. But this is by no means dangerous. The rash appears rarely with individual intolerance. In other cases, there are no problems.
It is better to purchase protein in specialized stores for athletes or through the Internet. Moreover, it is better to buy a large package: saving money and time.
Protein damage can occur if taken too much. The liver and heart muscle suffer from this . Everywhere important measure, and in such a serious matter - even more so.
Another nuance of taking a protein shake: you need to drink it only through a straw. The fact is that it destroys tooth enamel, thereby increasing the sensitivity of the teeth.
The damage to kidney protein has been studied by scientists. As objects that were exposed to protein, animals were first selected. In the USA and Belgium, such experiments were carried out with the involvement of professional athletes. No side effects were found on the kidneys. Experiments have shown that such fears are inappropriate. However, there is evidence that the use of powdered protein leads to leaching of calcium from bones. Thus, you need to take natural and artificial protein in the complex. Powder athlete should "eat" no more than twice a day.
Despite the fact that side effects from the use of protein appear only with excessive use, remember that if you moderate exercise, additional intake of protein is optional. If you are a bodybuilder, it is absolutely necessary to replenish the body’s costs and the need for amino acids. The more protein, the more active muscle growth.
Remember that everywhere a measure and a reasonable approach are important! Then you will succeed!