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The Importance of Protein
A number of bodily functions are dependent on the presence of protein in the diet, or more specifically, amino acids. Our bodies digest dietary proteins and break them down to amino acids, which are then shipped of to different parts of the body.
Eggs are considered the “perfect protein” as they contain all nine essential amino acids along with a wide array of other vitamins and minerals. The natural protein from an egg is best-absorbed and utilized by the body, and therefore egg protein is considered to be the gold standard of protein quality. All other protein sources are measured with respect to the egg. |
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| Egg whites contain only half of the egg’s protein, so it is important to eat the whole egg to fully enjoy its energy boosting potential. |
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Protein is an important part of every cell in the body, it is needed to:
- build and repair body tissue
- help fight infections
- help keep body fluids in balance
- serve as enzymes and hormones
- help the body maintain a healthy metabolism
- supply energy (calories) so the body can function
Biological Value of Egg Protein
Eggs have the highest biological value of any food protein, which means the amino acids found in eggs are converted into body tissue more efficiently than any other known dietary protein. Egg protein (along with milk and soy protein) possesses the highest possible Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS), the most commonly used measure of protein quality. One large egg contains about 6 grams of high-quality protein, which makes it an ideally-packaged amino acid component for refueling after exercise.
Animal vs. Plant Protein
Recent studies have demonstrated that compared to vegetable protein diets, animal protein-based diets result in increased net protein synthesis and greater gains in fat-free mass and skeletal muscle mass with resistance training. This is of particular importance for individuals striving to build or maintain muscle mass.
Egg Protein Provides Lasting Energy
Protein-rich eggs provide lasting energy because protein helps control the rate at which food energy (calories) is absorbed. This means including protein at every meal occasion will help sustain your energy level and keep you active longer. |
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