If you are an Athlete and don’t want to turn into a carnivore or down acidic protein shakes, this information might interest you. You have seen the propaganda support high protein diets for some time. How much protein does the body really need? Let’s look at a little physiology.
The mitochondria cells (energy factories) in your muscles make ATP (energy) from glucose! Glucose is the premier source of raw material for the muscles. Next is fat, last is protein. So physiologically we are set up as high glucose burning machines. Glucose comes from carbohydrates. Complex carbs give us a slow and even burn and simple carbs give us a fast burn with a crash to follow.
Complex carbs come from plants. And as long as they are uncooked, you will also get living enzymes and raw fiber. Cook the plant, and you get simple carbs, no enzymes and no fiber. Athletes also need healthy fats such as in avocados, olive oil, fish skin, nuts and seeds.
The Journal of the AMA (American Medical Association) warned athletes long ago against taking protein supplements, stating, “Athletes need the same amount of protein foods as non-athletes. Protein does not increase strength. Indeed, it often takes greater energy to digest and metabolize the excess protein.”
Anatomical signs that we are not carnivores:
Flat molars for grinding plants, not pointy teeth for tearing flesh
Oblong stomach, not round
Long intestines for maximum absorption, not short intestines for rapid expulsion
Alkaline saliva with amylase enzyme which breaks down carbs instead of acidic saliva with HCL for protein break down
For a high fat, high protein and digestible lunch, try this salad: Spinach, tofu, avocado, broccoli (or cauliflower), olive oil, balsamic vinegar and fresh lemon juice.
For a healthy high fat and high protein snack try apple slices dipped in humus or raw almond butter.
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