Most know the benefits of eating protein for a well balanced diet. However, there are added benefits to incorporating protein into a post-workout snack. BodyBuilding.com and Livestrong.com shared some interested tips and facts on these benefits.
--> Because solid food takes more time to digest, break down, and send protein to the muscles, it can be best to take a protein share immediately following a workout, since protein shakes only take about 30 minutes to reach the muscles after ingestion.
--> Protein generates the biochemical substances needed for cardiovascular function and muscle contraction, growth, and healing.
--> Protein powder is an isolated nutrient source, so it provides a lot of nutrient for relatively few calories.
--> The International Society of Sports Nutrition published an article stating that having protein shortly after a workout is associated with fewer medical visits, decreased muscular soreness and better immune response to infections.
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