{"id":12579,"date":"2024-03-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-14T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fitolympia.com\/?p=12579"},"modified":"2024-03-14T16:58:01","modified_gmt":"2024-03-14T16:58:01","slug":"protein-and-amino-acids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fitolympia.com\/na\/protein-and-amino-acids\/","title":{"rendered":"Protein and Amino Acids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protein<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Arguably the most important nutrient for a bodybuilder, protein builds and repairs muscles. Consuming 2 grams of protein per pound of body weight is strongly recommended for maximum muscle growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/image.freepik.com\/free-vector\/sources-protein-as-healthy-high-nutrient-diet-products-collection-essential-meal-ingredient-group-labeled-educational-list-meat-poultry-fish-eggs-dairy-as-important-amino-acids-set_1995-624.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended Protein Sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lean Red Meat<\/li><li>Chicken<\/li><li>Turkey<\/li><li>Fish<\/li><li>Whole Eggs<\/li><li>Milk<\/li><li>Cottage Cheese<\/li><li>Nuts<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amino Acids<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/0878\/8544\/articles\/FeaturedImage_AAVeggie.jpg?v=1595351962\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Leucine<\/strong>: an essential amino acid mainly responsible for the regulation of blood sugar levels and the growth and repair of tissues in skeletal muscle, bones and skin.<\/li><li><strong>Isoleucine<\/strong>: promotes muscle tissue repair and, recovery, while also assisting in wound healing.<\/li><li><strong>Valine<\/strong>: helps the process of muscle growth, repair and recovery.<\/li><li><strong>Glutamine<\/strong>: a non-essential amino acid responsible for preserving muscle mass.<\/li><li><strong>Arginine<\/strong>: has the capability to preserve nitrogen, which is crucial in protein synthesis.<\/li><li><strong>Carnitine<\/strong>: increases energy while decreasing body fat.<\/li><li><strong>Histidine<\/strong>: required by the body for both growth and repair of muscle tissue.<\/li><li><strong>Lysine<\/strong>: used by the body for calcium absorption, which is compulsory for growth in muscles and bones.<\/li><li><strong>Phenylalanine<\/strong>: has the ability to elevate mood by stimulating the nerve system.<\/li><li><strong>Methionine<\/strong>: capable of breaking down and using fats.<\/li><li><strong>Threonine<\/strong>: involved in liver functions, lipotropic functions and maintenance of the immune system.<\/li><li><strong>Cysteine<\/strong>: capable of strengthening the lining of the stomach and intestines.<\/li><li><strong>HMB<\/strong>: prevents muscle loss and limits fat storage.<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Protein Arguably the most important nutrient for a bodybuilder, protein builds and repairs muscles. 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