Protein is the building block for muscle. It raises blood glucose levels slowly and keeps them elevated for longer, increasing energy. It increases metabolism, and contributes toward are feelings of satiety (feeling “full”). While humans, as omnivores, don’t have the high protein requirements of cats – we STILL need protein!
Archive for July 31st, 2009
A plug for protein
Posted in Human nutrition and health, tagged diet, kidneys, NutriSystem, protein on July 31, 2009| 8 Comments »
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