IMPORTANCE OF PROTEIN

Protein is the second most important compound in the body, following water. All tissues and cells contain protein therefore making it essential for growth, repair and the maintenance of good health. Protein provides the body with about 10-15% of its dietary energy.

On average, 43% of the protein in the body is present in muscles making it especially important for muscle maintenance and recovery. The more active we are, the more important protein is for the optimisation of muscles and also overall health.

PROMIKO WPI, A COMPLETE PROTEIN

Whey protein has long been recognised as an outstanding protein source because of its high protein quality. Whey protein has relatively high essential amino acid and leucine levels compared with other proteins, and undergoes rapid digestion and absorption after ingestion.

One widely used method for evaluating protein quality is known as Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS). Promiko has a PDCAAS score of 1.0.

Amino Acid Profile

WPI is a “complete” protein source, meaning it provides all the essential amino acids that cannot be synthesised by the body. WPI has a high ratio of the branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) leucine, isoleucine and valine. BCAAs are of particular importance in supporting muscle recovery and muscle synthesis.

Promiko WPI contains 22g of BCAAs per 100g of powder, providing 5g more than WPC80.

Leucine

Leucine is a key essential amino acid and BCAA in stimulating muscle protein synthesis (MPS). Leucine acts like a molecular switch that turns on the manufacturing of muscle in the body. Promiko WPI is naturally high in leucine, containing 10g per 100g of powder. This means WPI can provide a high dose of protein and leucine in a relatively small serving. To maximise MPS, protein intakes are recommended to be spread evenly across the day.

Furthermore, these doses should contain 2-3g of leucine. A 25g scoop of Promiko contains 22g of protein and 2.5g of leucine, hitting these targets.