Every day your body must build and replace millions of cells -- a feat that would be impossible without protein. And your daily protein requirements rise in situations of stress, exercise, weight loss, illness, injury, pregnancy, and surgery. Now two nationally recognized nutrition experts give you the essential, up-to-date information you need to calibrate the best protein balance for you, based on your activity level, age, weight, and overall health. Here is a simple guide to:
-- 15,000 brand-name and generic foods, organic and vegetarian products, with protein, fat, carbohydrate, and calorie values for each
-- Maximizing your training with increased muscle mass
-- Determining your own protein needs -- in four easy steps -- for peak performance
-- Boosting your immune system with protein
-- Ensuring that vegetarian diets contain enough high-quality protein
-- Understanding amino acid supplements, energy bars, power drinks, and moreProtein is an essential nutrient -- as important to monitor as carbohydrates, fat, or cholesterol -- and a prime player in your well-being, fitness, and mood. Here is your chance to rev up your engine, and discover what protein can do for you!
