Understanding Protein: Break the Myths of Meat Consumption and Learn All About the Proteins in Your Diet for the Benefit of Your Own Health and Nutrition

by Xavier Zimms

"This book is very detailed on why we need to consume protein and the dangers that can happen if we don't consume the right amount. I enjoyed reading about the different amino acids and how humans need to eat foods with protein in them in order to obtain the 9 amino acids that the human body itself cannot synthesize. I really liked the fact that the writer went into detail about what happens if we don't consume enough protein and how the body starts to break down muscle to get the protein from there and it can lead to muscle atrophy, weight loss, and other severe illnesses including death. The recommendations of protein intake are a plus seeing as how people have mixed feelings about this topic, knowing exactly how much you need to live a healthy lifestyle simplifies things a great deal. Overall, great book that I would recommend to anybody regardless if they lift weights, are vegetarians, or simply want to change their eating habits." (Samuel, P.)

"I found the book really insightful. Not only have I learned that amino acids are the building block of proteins, but that protein is the building block of the body metabolism. Such as enzyme synthesis, muscle building, and cellular buildup.
However too much protein may also be harmful. Such as if ones diet consist of all proteins, one may suffer from ketosis. However, there are some people that may benefit from a high protein diet such as adolescent, pregnant woman and some cancer patient. Overall, I found this book very beneficial if you are interested to learn how your body build protein, and they do with it, and how they metabolize it." (Kyle, M.)

"Before i read this book, i wasn't sure what protein really was or if in fact i was getting the right amount of it. This book is a great item to give, or share with people around you not only does it help you but it makes you more aware of what you're eating." (Charles, G.)


-Understanding Protein-

Animal or plant protein? Fish or beef? Cow milk or almond milk? These questions are probably in your mind when you go to do the grocery shopping. The debate around what kind of protein has long been waging and this eBook, Understanding Protein tackles the controversy head on. Armed with decades of research and medical opinion, myths are dispelled, common dietary practices are challenged and the protein battle is decisively won.

In this thoroughly researched ebook on the topic of the best type of protein for human consumption you will be shocked by the scientific facts surrounding meat consumption and it’s effect on the human body. The research speaks for itself no matter what side of the argument you may be on.

Understanding Protein does not stop at just meat consumption. If you are a milk drinker, you need to read this book. If you have children and serve them milk because your pediatrician tells you it’s good for them, you need to read this book. If you are a vegetarian, you need to read this book!





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19 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 17, 2014

Reviews

[Raymond Mathiesen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Understanding Protein: Break the Myths of Meat Consumption and Learn All About the Proteins in Your Diet for the Benefit of Your Own Health and Nutrition

Give me meat, and lots of it???

When you think of protein you might think of MacDonald's, or if your more up-market a nice juicy steak. This little book, though, will make you rethink that, especially where red meat is concerned. While only 14 pages long the book is packed full of reports of scientific studies that link animal protein with health problems (mainly cancer, cardio-vascular disease and obesity). LDL fat is the main problem, but also the meat itself. Even milk comes in for a blast. Plant protein is championed as much better for you.

While science reports are quoted you don't have to be smart to read it as things like technical language are avoided. You can easily read it in one short sitting, so it is ideal if you are busy. This book is definitely just to wet your appetite. If you want in depth you will have to look elsewhere.

The one thing not mentioned is that it can be quit hard to get all the essential aminos from plants: you need to eat a variety as are often not all essential amimos in a single plant. No guidance is given as to what plants do have protein, and which you can eat instead of meat. I would also have liked a bibliography so I could look up the science studies for myself. And again $3 is quite expensive for such a short book.

This book is definitely interesting and definitely got me thinking about what I eat, but because of the things mentioned in the paragraph above it does not make 5 stars. This is a pitty as the book does have a lot going for it.