Proteins serve such functions as acting as enzymes, antibodies, and the structural components of tissues, hormones, and blood protein.
Protein is made of smaller components called amino acids, 12 which are made in the boy. The other 9 the Essential amino acids, must be obtained from food
I started my research on essential fatty acids and started reading about Omega 3.
I was excited and amazed to learn about its ability to help with Autism and its possible ability in helping mental illness. They also help reduce inflammation, help prevent cancer and a whole list of other great things.
The good news is that by adding some flax seeds, walnuts or Alaskan wild caught fish to our diets a couple times a week we can help assure we are getting enough.
I then decided I wanted to look at some not so common forms of protein, I started with
Amaranth: Is not a complete protein but does contain lysine and methionine, two essential amino acids that are not frequently found in grains, high in protein (15-18%) it is also high in fiber and contains calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamins A and C.The fiber content of amaranth is three times that of wheat and its iron content, five times more than wheat.
Amaranth is also easy to grow looks and great in flower beds. The leaves of this plant can also be eaten like spinach however they contain higher calcium, iron, and phosphorus levels than spinach
Hemp: The total protein content of hemp seed is about 65% of the globular protein edestin, which closely resembles the globulin found in human blood plasma, making it easily digested, absorbed.
Proteins are often classified as structural (fibrous) or biologically active (globular). the body can make globular proteins out of any protein that enters the body, it is much more efficient for the body to make globulins out of globular starting material.Globular proteins are special they are the precursors to some of the most vital chemicals in the body: Hormones , hemoglobin, enzymes, antibodies .
A pound of hemp seed would provide all the protein, essential fatty acids, and dietary fiber necessary for human survival for two weeks
Quinoa: quinoa is not a true grain, but is the seed of the Chenopodium or Goosefoot plant. The leaves of the Goosefoot (quinoa) plant are also edible and make a pleasant vegetable, like spinach. A quinoa leaf salad is generally more nutritious that most green salads.
Before cooking, Quinoa must be rinsed to remove a bitter resin-like coating, called saponin. In some places the saponin is used as detergent for washing clothes and as an antiseptic to promote healing of skin injuries, also A sweetened decoction of the fruit is used medicinally, as an application for sores and bruises.
Quinoa is high in protein, calcium and iron.. It is exceptionally high in lysine, cystine and methionine-amino acids typically low in other grains. The protein in quinoa is considered to be a complete protein due to the presence of all 8 essential amino acids.
Some types of wheat come close to matching quinoa's protein content, but grains such as barley, corn, and rice generally have less than half the protein of quinoa. Quinoa is 12% to 18% protein and four ounces a day, about 1/2-cup, will provide a childs protein needs for one day. Quinoa also contains albumen, a protein that is found in egg whites, blood serum, and many plant and animal tissues. It is also high in fiber.
Beets, spinach, Swiss chard, and lamb's quarters are all relatives of quinoa.
Buckwheat also known as kasha and groats: Buckwheat is a very good source of manganese and a good source of magnesium and dietary fiber. Buckwheat contains two flavonoids with significant health-promoting actions: rutin and quercitin.
A buckwheat protein has been found to bind cholesterol tightly. It is being studied for reducing plasma cholesterol in people with hyperlipemia.
The nutrients in buckwheat may contribute to blood sugar control
Buckwheat is sometimes used as a honey crop. It has a long blooming period, especially in September when other sources of nectar are limited. The honey is dark in color, and has a strong flavor
The last thing I wanted to look at was a very popular protein Beef I am just going to touch on a few differences between everyday super market beef and Grass fed beef.
Grass Fed Beef: Lower fat, cholesterol and calories.
•Higher in vaccenic acid
•Higher levels of Omega 3 fatty acids.
•Healthier ratio of Omega 3's to Omega 6 fats (1.65 vs. 4.85)
•Higher levels of beta carotene
•Higher levels of CLA's
•Higher in minerals calcium, magnesium and potassium
•Higher in Vitamin E
•Higher in B-
•Lower in saturated fats linked with heart disease
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