Life Nation's FAQ

1. Are proteins more important than other nutrients like carbohydrates or fat?

The human body requires macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats as well as micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals. Each type of nutrient performs a specific function in the human body and are therefore equally important, though they may be required in varying quantities. A balanced diet should provide the required quantities of each of the macro and micro nutrients.

2. What function do proteins perform in the human body?

After water, proteins are the most abundant nutrient in the human body. Proteins are found in every single cell of the body. They form all body tissues and are vital for tissue maintenance and repair. Proteins form hormones and enzymes which are substances that are required for regulating important life functions. Proteins also help in transportation and storage of other proteins and elements in the body. Antibodies which are the body’s defense system, are also made of proteins.

3. Why do we need protein to build muscles?

Muscles are a type of soft tissue which are made of proteins called actin and myosin. Proteins consumed through diet help develop and repair muscles. Hence, inadequate protein intake through dietary sources could lead to poor muscle development.

4. How much protein do we need daily?

An average woman needs 46g and an average man needs 56g of protein per day. It is recommended that adults should get about 10%-35% of their daily calories from protein-based foods like meat, poultry and eggs. Bodybuilders who wish to gain muscle mass should consider consuming 1.5g-2.0g of protein per pound of their current bodyweight per day.

5. Why should I take a Protein Powder Supplement?

For many people, sufficient dietary intake of proteins may be a challenge since it may involve eating several portions of meat, poultry or eggs. In addition to that the foods that may be eaten to obtain these proteins could also add unrequired fats and carbohydrates. Hence in order to maintain appropriate protein levels, it may be necessary to take Protein Powder Supplements. For people who wish to gain muscle mass, Protein Powder Supplements help them achieve the higher level of protein that their increasing muscle mass demands.

6. What are the advantages of having a Protein Powder Supplement daily?

For active people who exercise or workout daily, having a protein powder supplement after exercise is much more beneficial than eating foods rich in protein, because powder proteins are digested and absorbed into the blood within 30 minutes of consuming and are available to the muscles for building and repair. Consuming a protein powder supplement also makes you feel full and therefore helps you reduce any further food intake. This helps in reducing the intake of weight-gaining or fat-gaining foods such as sweets and snacks. Moreover, digestion of proteins requires extra energy that is often provided by breaking down fats stored in the body.

7. How should I take Gold Protein powder?

Gold Protein powder is a specially formulated protein that is compatible with a variety of food substances, hence it can be mixed with water or juices and had as a Gold Protein shake. You can also mix your Gold Protein powder with semi-liquids such as yogurt. Or you can mx it into or sprinkle it on top of food that you are cooking. However, whenever you mix your Gold Protein with other food substances such as juices or smoothies, please be aware that there are additional calories contained in the food item you are mixing it with.

8. What type of protein is Gold Protein powder made of?

Gold Protein powder contains Whey Isolate which has 90% protein. It is formulated from whey which is a constituent of milk. Through the processes of ‘ion-exchange’ and ‘filtering’ unrequired ingredients such as carbohydrates, fat and lactose are removed from the whey in order to prepare whey isolate which is an almost pure protein.

9. I am lactose intolerant, can I still take Gold Protein powder which has whey isolate in it?

Although Gold Protein powder contains Whey Isolate which is a product of milk, nearly all the lactose from it is removed by several processes, leaving behind just 1% of lactose in the whey isolate. This small quantity is harmless and can be safely consumed by anyone with lactose intolerance.

10. I am on a paleo diet can I still take Gold Protein powder which contains a milk-based protein?

Being on a paleo diet would require you to eliminate dairy products from your diet, which in turn places more importance on meat and poultry as sources of protein. If you desire to meet your daily protein needs but do not have the time to rely on whole foods to provide it, daily intake of 25g of Gold Protein powder can provide you with sufficient protein as well as carbohydrates, since Gold Protein powder is not a dairy product but a pure form of protein derived from whey.

11. Is Gold Protein only meant for men who work out or for body builders?

Gold Protein powder contains 90% protein and 6g of carbohydrates. This makes it a good supplement to the daily diet of an average person, irrespective of whether you are a man or woman or whether you work out or are moderately physically active. You can safely use Gold Protein powder as a shake or add it to your meal and have it first thing in the morning or either before exercising or after.

12. Can I replace my meals with Gold Protein shake?

You should not use Gold Protein shakes to replace an entire meal. It is a supplement to your regular diet and hence can be taken in-between meals to help you achieve appropriate protein levels. You can also add Gold Protein powder to your regular food in order to enhance the protein content of that item.

13. Can I use Gold Protein powder to lose weight?

Gold Protein powder is usually not recommended as a weight-loss product. However, you may be able to find benefits like burning fat if you consume Gold Protein shakes daily. Consuming Gold Protein shakes daily as a supplement to your regular meals will give you a feeling of fullness which will reduce the need to eat in-between meals, thus helping you maintain your weight. Also, when you consume adequate protein, the body requires energy to digest it, which is produced by burning extra fat.