Protein is one of the most essential nutrients required for the body. In fact protein is responsible for building muscles and also in losing fat. Protein also plays a vital role in cell maintenance and repair. That is why body builders are giving much importance to protein in their diet.

The amount of protein required for the body is directly relative to the body weight of a person. Why protein requirement is compared to the body weight? It is because amino acids present in the protein are not needed by the fat cells, instead they are utilized our body mass. Continue reading →