NUTRITIONAL POWERHOUSE

No matter what we do, aging is inevitable. While we may still feel youthful, after the age of 40, our muscle mass begins to decline. However, there are effective ways to maintain health and fitness at any age, often as simple as staying active and being mindful of our nutrition. Protein plays a key role in maintaining strength.

The loss of muscle mass, known as sarcopenia, is a natural process. Its effects develop gradually and are usually not noticeable until we approach retirement age, around 65-70. This makes it crucial to ensure we get enough amino acids as we age to maintain strength. This is where whey protein becomes particularly beneficial. 

WHAT ARE AMINO ACIDS? 

Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins. There are 20 standard amino acids that the body uses to build proteins, and they can be classified into:

Essential Amino Acids: These cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained through food. 

Non-Essential Amino Acids: The body can synthesize these on its own

Amino acids are essential for various vital functions in the body:

• Protein Synthesis: They form proteins crucial for tissue structure, muscle repair, enzyme production, and immune function.

• Enzyme Production: Amino acids make enzymes that facilitate digestion, energy production, and metabolism.

• Neurotransmitter Synthesis: They help produce neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which regulate mood and cognition.

• Hormone Regulation: Some amino acids act as precursors to hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and stress.

LEUCINE, WHAT IS IT?

As we age, it's important to consume more protein throughout the day, ensuring it's the right type.

For muscle health, the best protein is one that is rich in essential amino acids—those that cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained through diet—such as leucine. 

Whey protein is an ideal choice because it contains all essential amino acids, is high in leucine, and is easily digestible. Consuming whey protein releases a significant amount of leucine into the bloodstream, signalling the muscles to begin the regeneration process.

This is where Inca Organics Whey protein comes in. 

We use one single ingredient: Organic, grass-fed Whey Protein Concentrate. That’s it. 

Whey Protein that is unflavoured, consistency of a fine powder with a creamy, milky taste.

As we have learnt our Organic Whey is a complete protein containing all amino acids including 32g protein and 10g Branched Chain Amino Acids per serve. It is also rich in Leucine Amino Acid which we shared is the key to maintaining muscle mass.