Protein Tablets

Protein Tablets

Protein is an essential macronutrient crucial to building strong bones, lean muscles and a healthy metabolism. It is found throughout the body’s tissues and organ systems and is intimately involved in various critical chemical reactions. You can find protein in a wide range of foods from plant and animal sources, including meat and fish, eggs, dairy products, seeds, nuts, and legumes like beans and lentils, as well as supplements such as protein tablets, powders and bars.

Chemically speaking, protein comprises basic building blocks called amino acids. Because we cannot store amino acids, our bodies must make them in one of two ways: from scratch or by modifying other amino acids. The body cannot make nine amino acids, which are deemed essential (essential amino acids) and must come from food and/or supplementation. These are histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine. 

The general recommended daily protein intake is 0.8g per kilogram of body weight though the amount you need may differ depending on your age, gender, lifestyle, health status and goals. 

Benefits of Protein Tablets

• Boosts Performance & Endurance
• Easy to Absorb & Assimilate
• Promotes Muscle Building
• Provides a Blend of Essential & Non-Essential Amino Acids

Why Choose Protein Tablets?

Although protein-rich foods abound, a protein supplement can be a great way to bolster your protein intake to support muscle building, balance blood sugar, control appetite, aid weight loss, and promote optimal immune system health. When people think of protein supplements, they typically think of powders. Still, for those who aren't into smoothies and shakes and are looking for convenience and practicality, you can't beat protein tablets.

Final Thoughts

You can purchase protein tablets (and capsules) from health food stores and online supplement retailers. According to individual preferences, these may feature many different protein sources, including whey, collagen, bone broth, casein, soy, pea, or brown rice protein powder.

Tablets typically use tabletting agents and coatings to increase the shelf life of products, as well as to delay or sustain the release of certain nutrients. While these excipients may be necessary to maintain the integrity of the tablet, some may be problematic for individuals with susceptible systems. Always read labels carefully, and steer clear of any products that contain chemical-sounding ingredients or ones you cannot pronounce (usually a dead giveaway that something that is of chemical origin).