Protein About Pea Protein ~Nutritionist's Column Vol.16~

The Importance of Protein

Due to the influence of the new coronavirus, many people are spending time at home.

Many people are eating too much while at home and worrying about gaining weight due to the coronavirus.
To lose weight or improve your body shape, why not reconsider the training and diet you can do at home?

After training

When you train, the muscles that have been damaged through strength training need to recover and grow.
That's why post-workout nutrition is so important.
After training, it is important to eat a meal that contains a balanced amount of nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins, which are necessary for muscle synthesis.

For health and beauty

Protein is an essential nutrient that is not only important for muscle growth, but also plays an important role in various parts of our body, including hair, skin, organs, and blood vessels.
When we think of protein, we tend to think of it as something athletes or people who are conscious about their body shape drink, but recently, more and more people are using protein for beauty and health purposes.
Even if you don't train, it is recommended that you include protein in your diet for health and beauty reasons.

Representative protein types and characteristics

Protein is a nutrient that can be obtained from your regular diet and is found in foods such as meat, fish, soy products, eggs, and dairy products.
Protein has the advantage of being easy to consume, and typical examples include "whey protein" made from whey, "casein protein" made from milk, and "soy protein" made from soybeans.

■ "Whey Protein"

Whey protein is made from whey. Whey is the liquid that comes out when yogurt is strained. Whey also contains minerals and other nutrients. This is whey. Whey protein is made by refining the protein contained in this whey.

Features: It is rich in amino acids and is quickly absorbed by the body. It is said to be a protein that puts less strain on the stomach and intestines. For example, if you take it right after muscle training, you can expect it to promote the recovery of damaged muscles. If you want to build thick muscles or a muscular body, whey protein is recommended.

■ "Casein Protein"

A protein whose main component is milk. Casein is an insoluble solid component remaining after removing fat and whey from milk, and accounts for approximately 80% of the protein that makes up raw milk.

Features) It is characterized by its slow absorption. It keeps you full for a long time, so it is recommended for people who are on a diet and tend to get hungry easily. If you have been exercising a lot, taking casein protein before going to bed will help repair your muscles while you sleep, as it is slowly absorbed over a few hours.

■ "Soy Protein"

A vegetable protein made from powdered soybean protein.

Features: It is slowly absorbed into the body. It keeps you feeling full for a long time, and many people use it for beauty purposes. In addition, the isoflavones contained in soybeans act similarly to the female hormone estrogen, and are said to be effective in beautifying skin and hair, strengthening bones, and improving blood flow.

Pea protein, a plant-based protein

We have introduced three representative types. However, these proteins have the disadvantage that people with milk or soy allergies cannot consume them. Therefore, we would like to introduce "pea protein," a plant-based product made from pea protein.

What is "Pea Protein"?

A vegetable protein made from pea protein.

GRØN's new proteins, Criollo Berries and Matcha All-Stars , use pea protein.

Peas do not contain allergens such as milk, soy, or egg.
It is rich in amino acids that are expected to repair and build muscles and recover from fatigue.
The absorption rate is slow, similar to that of soy protein.

It is recommended for people who follow a vegan diet, or for those who are worried about allergies but want to build muscle and improve their body shape.
Let's take a closer look at the characteristics of pea protein, which is also attracting attention for its health benefits.

◾️Hypoallergenic

-Free of 28 specific allergens

Some people may be concerned about not being able to drink whey protein or casein protein because they have a milk allergy or a soy allergy.
Pea-derived protein can be consumed by people who are allergic to milk or soy proteins.
*However, people who are allergic to legumes such as peanuts or soybeans should be careful as they may have a reaction to pea protein.

◾️Good for bodybuilding

-Rich in amino acids BCAA and arginine

Leucine, isoleucine, and valine are three amino acids that are essential for muscle repair and growth and are known as BCAAs.
BCAAs are amino acids found in abundance in muscle proteins and are used to increase protein in the body and as an energy source during exercise.
Pea protein contains the same amount of BCAAs as whey protein, which is derived from animals. It also contains more arginine, an amino acid that is effective in recovering muscle fatigue and boosting immunity, than whey protein.

◾️Prevents anemia and strengthens the body

-Rich in iron and magnesium

Iron plays a role in transporting oxygen, and a deficiency of iron can lead to iron deficiency anemia, causing symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and dizziness.
Magnesium activates over 300 types of enzymes, and is expected to be involved in muscle contraction, the transmission of nerve information, and the regulation of body temperature and blood pressure.

◾️For dieting

-Low GI index

The GI value indicates the degree of absorption of carbohydrates contained in food, and is a measure of the sugar concentration in the blood up to two hours after ingestion. Pea protein has a low GI value, which helps stabilize blood sugar levels after meals. It also digests slowly, which helps maintain a feeling of fullness.

Looking at its features, it is a protein that can be consumed without worrying about allergies and has properties that are beneficial for health and beauty.
In addition, it is said that pea protein uses only about 1/100th of the water used in the production process of whey protein, and it is attracting attention as a next-generation sustainable protein source.

Choose the right protein for your purpose

The effects of protein vary depending on its source, so those who want to build muscle should choose whey protein or casein protein, which are derived from animal protein, while those concerned about beauty, dieting, and calories should choose plant-based protein.

Why not choose a protein that suits your needs and incorporate it into your daily life?

<GRØN products that have appeared>

Protein Blend Matcha All Stars 20g / 370 yen (excluding tax)

Protein Blend Criollo Berries 20g / 370 yen (excluding tax)

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Nutritionist, Food Education Instructor, Food 6th Industrialization Producer Level 4
Ayako Ishihara

A nutritional advisor in the healthcare field and an agribusiness professional.
She is involved in a variety of activities specializing in the fields of beauty and health, including giving lectures to Miss World Japan candidates.

With the philosophy of "enriching the mind and body through food and realizing a vibrant society where people and communities are connected," he founded i-Field Co., Ltd. in 2013 and serves as its representative.
He is a core member of the food team for "DINING OUT," which opens outdoor restaurants in various regions, and also participates in fashion brand projects.
She is also involved in the promotion of local ingredients, product development and production specializing in "health" and "beauty," branding, concept design, food hygiene, sales promotion, training planning and management, etc. She is in charge of nutritional supervision for GRØN's product development, proposing ways to incorporate them more effectively into consumer health.

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