How Smaller Protein Intake for Elderly People Can Improve Quality of Life
Individuals who are over 60 years old may experience decreased appetite and reduced physical capabilities as they age. These bodily changes make it a bit more difficult to ingest sufficient amounts of food and other supplements. That’s why it’s important to look at protein intake for elderly people and find ways to make the benefits […]
How Smaller Protein Intake Can Improve Quality of Life for Healthy, Active People
For the healthy population in developed countries, overconsumption of proteins is a public health issue. It’s important to understand proper protein intake so that active people consume essential amino acids without excess – especially because a consumption of protein above the recommended amount might have some deleterious metabolic consequences. Whether consumers are looking to lose […]
How Minimal Processing Affects a Clean Protein’s Nutritional Quality
Clean protein is an essential part of a person’s diet, especially for someone with an active lifestyle who wants to build and repair muscle. Performance is key, so consumers want an optimal protein with clinically-proven results. What does that really mean? Well, one major measure of performance is the nutritional efficiency of the protein product. […]
Protein Trends: Why Consumers Want Natural & Sustainable Options
Traditional whey protein is the dominant force in the supplements market. But there’s a growing demographic of conscious consumers looking for products that provide transparency and more health-minded benefits. In this post, we break down the growing consumer demand for natural, sustainable protein and what it means for functional food and supplement manufacturers. What Do […]
Protein Quality vs Quantity: Why There’s More to Protein Than Grams
Protein quantity has historically been the measure of product effectiveness in the supplement and functional food industry. But as alternative protein sources become available, manufacturers and consumers alike are starting to realize that there’s more to protein than grams. In this post, we break down the difference between protein quantity and quality and its implications […]