New Delhi, February 22 (IANS). Everyone knows how important protein is for the body. The body needs protein for everything from muscle development to cell formation.
To compensate for the lack of protein in the diet, youth resort to supplements. Whey protein has become the first choice of youth today, but many times even after taking whey protein, weight does not increase nor muscles become strong, but why so?
Whey protein is a good option for building body and completing the protein intake, but its absorption in the body is equally important. People often complain of flatulence, heaviness and gas problems after taking whey protein. This is because the body is not able to digest protein properly. In Ayurveda, its reason is slow digestion. It takes a lot of work and a lot of energy for the stomach to break down proteins. In such a situation, if the Jathragni is weak then digestion does not happen properly and the protein starts rotting in the body and the problem of toxins starts increasing in the body.
Now the question is how can protein be easily digested. In Ayurveda, black pepper and ginger are considered protectors of digestive power. If you mix a pinch of black pepper and ginger powder with the protein, it will not take much effort to digest the protein. This will increase the absorption of protein in the body by 30 percent and there will be no problem of heaviness in the stomach.
Papaya and pineapple can also prove helpful in digesting proteins. An enzyme called papain is found in papaya, while bromelain is found in pineapple. Both these enzymes help in breaking down proteins. Therefore, include papaya and pineapple in your diet.
Taking Ayurvedic powder Trikut is also beneficial in digesting protein. It contains ginger, black pepper and peepli, which intensify the subdued digestive fire. Along with this, it is also very important to get good sleep. Even if sleep is deep and peaceful, protein is absorbed well in the body. So if you use supplements for protein, then take special care of these things.
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