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2 years ago

Dear Ravi kalmani, Thank you for the question

Protein is an important component of your daily balanced diet and performs many beneficial functions:
• Growth and Maintenance- Protein is required for the growth and maintenance of tissues
• Enzymes are proteins that aid the thousands of biochemical reactions that take place within and outside cells. Bodily functions that depend on enzymes include Digestion, Energy production, Blood clotting, Muscle contraction
• Proteins act as a buffer system, helping your body maintain proper pH values of the blood and other bodily fluids.
• Proteins in the blood maintain the fluid balance between your blood and the surrounding tissues.
• Proteins form antibodies to protect your body from foreign invaders, such as disease-causing bacteria and viruses.
• Some proteins transport nutrients throughout your entire body, while others store them.
• Protein can serve as a valuable energy source but only in situations of fasting, exhaustive exercise or inadequate calorie intake.

The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for protein for adult man is 54g per day.
Higher Protein needs & specific amino acids such as Creatine are ideally recommended to individuals involved in vigorous physical activity, intense workout regime or any athletic events. If engaged in any such activity please discuss the daily intake of calories and protein with your fitness coach as per your exercise routine. It is recommended to practice regular workouts and exercise under professional guidance.
Creatine is an amino acid found naturally in the body. Some of its food sources include red meat and seafood. It is often used to improve exercise performance and muscle mass. Creatine may be of benefit in other modes of exercise such as high-intensity sprints or endurance training.
Nutrition and health supplements such as tonics can be included as apart of daily balanced diet, but the frequency and quantity of consumption must be followed under medical supervision and label instructions so as to avoid any negative implications. Please contact a health care professional for further guidance.

Hope we have answered your query.
Wishing you a great day ahead.

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