Facts and myths about protein shakes
Protein shakes: a lot is said and written about it. Sometimes it’s difficult to distinguish what is true and what is not. So, what are the facts and myths about protein shakes? Read on to find out.
Facts
Protein powder helps with weight loss
When you take a protein shake, you feel full faster. As a result, you will eat less quickly. This will eventually make you lose weight. When you follow a diet where you consume fewer calories in a day, you lose fat. If you also take protein shakes, your muscle mass will increase. This ensures that you burn more fat and that ensures that you lose weight.
Your muscles recover faster with protein
If you want muscle tissue to be produced, proteins are essential. Protein ensures that your muscles recover faster. Especially when you exercise often and vigorously, you can benefit a lot from proteins. When your body gets too little protein through food, it will use proteins from the muscles. This ultimately comes at the expense of muscle mass. It is therefore important to get enough protein.
Proteins give you energy
Not only are proteins good for muscle recovery, but proteins also serve as fuel for your body. When you get protein, this ensures that you get more energy.
Myths
Too much protein damages your bones
If you take too high a dose of protein, it will have no effect on your bones. In fact, proteins contribute to the maintenance of bones and muscle growth!
When you forget to take a protein shake immediately after exercise, this is bad
There’s nothing wrong with forgetting this. You don’t have to take a protein shake right after exercise. If you’ve eaten enough beforehand, it doesn’t matter if you take your protein shake a little later! Your body has then received enough protein and fuel to be able to continue without taking a protein shake.
Everyone needs the same amount of protein
This is certainly not true. The amount of protein a person needs depends on, for example, body weight and age. When you are heavier, you need more protein. So it’s different for everyone!
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Team FITSHE
