tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846014851450816942.post7036431545524779865..comments2023-06-16T06:57:31.480-04:00Comments on inside workplace wellness: Eat Like an Athlete - 6 Tips to Get Stronger, Faster and Leanerjmcnicholhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06706705873076005288noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846014851450816942.post-6107475847745339402011-02-08T14:28:40.337-05:002011-02-08T14:28:40.337-05:00Dave Foreman, the Herbal Pharmacist, talks about p...Dave Foreman, the Herbal Pharmacist, talks about protein in this article on Sports Supplements.<br /><br />http://www.herbalpharmacist.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=151:sports-supplements&catid=83:exercise-a-fitness-articles&Itemid=57jmcnicholhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06706705873076005288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846014851450816942.post-2703845372956906182010-05-31T21:42:27.961-04:002010-05-31T21:42:27.961-04:00I've been thinking about what both Kristin and...I've been thinking about what both Kristin and Cyndi have said and found these two interesting sources of additional information. The Mayo Clinic recommendation for protein in a healthy diet is as follows.<br /><br />"Get 10 to 35 percent of your total daily calories come from protein. Based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet, this amounts to about 50 to 175 grams a day. Emphasize plant sources of protein, such as beans, lentils and soy, choose lean meats, and try to include seafood twice a week." <br /><br />http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-diet/nu00200<br /><br />I also found a recommendation on the Harvard School of Public Health site. This is the response to the question, how much protein do I need each day?<br /><br />"There is no one-size-fits-all answer to that question, and research on the topic is still emerging. The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults get a minimum of 0.8 grams of protein for every kilogram of body weight per day—that's about 64 grams for a 160 pound adult. In the U.S., adults get an average of 15 percent of their calories from protein; for a person who requires a 2,000-calorie-per-day-diet, that's about 75 grams of protein. In healthy people, increasing protein intake to 20 to 25 percent of calories can reduce the risk of heart disease, if the extra protein replaces refined carbohydrates, such as white bread, white rice, or sugary drinks. Higher protein diets can also be beneficial for weight loss, in conjunction with a reduced calorie diet, although long-term evidence of their effectiveness is wanting.<br /><br />For people in good health, consuming 20 to 25 percent of calories from protein won't harm the kidneys. For people with diabetes or early-stage kidney disease, however, the American Diabetes Association recommends limiting protein intake to 0.8 to 1.0 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight (roughly 10 percent of energy intake), since this may help improve kidney function; in later stage kidney disease, sticking to the 0.8 grams per kilogram minimum is advisable. Consult a doctor or a registered dietitian for individualized protein recommendations."<br /><br />http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/questions/protein-questions/index.html#howmuchjmcnicholhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06706705873076005288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846014851450816942.post-14089949489625402542010-05-29T00:22:56.143-04:002010-05-29T00:22:56.143-04:00I enjoyed your latest blog! You did a great job e...I enjoyed your latest blog! You did a great job explaining the protein storage and use in the body. One thing really has me scratching my head though! Did the presenter really mention 1g of protein per pound? That could be 3-4 times the recommended daily value for an individual (RDA- Adult Women: 46; Adult Males: 56). Do you think she meant 1g of proteins per kg? That would be a little more reasonable!<br /><br />I was curious also if the speaker warned of eating too much protein? I just worry a little bit about the average person exercising 1-2 hours a day does not need that huge increase in protein intake-- when to eat the protein (like after a workout and for breakfast are important) but need to be part of a well balanced diet. Some of the biggest issue with high protein diets are kidney stone and osteoporosis. Further I also worry about the increase in animal protein consumption which have high amounts of fats & cholesterol and can take a toll on your blood pressure and cholesterol scores (even if you are exercising!).<br /><br />Overall, I loved the 6 tips! Just wanted to weigh in about the protein :)<br /><br />-Cyndi PUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05040010712953933523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846014851450816942.post-1936775090968552222010-05-26T19:00:25.363-04:002010-05-26T19:00:25.363-04:00Janet,
You did a great job capturing the essence o...Janet,<br />You did a great job capturing the essence of the presentation! Thank you for the opportunity to talk with your highly motivated staff! It's clear that your team is committed to the ASHA workforce in a way that's spectacular. Thank you for letting me join you for a day!<br /><br />Kristin Wood<br />703-475-8333<br />Owner, Max Muscle FairfaxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com