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Proteins - Elementary components of life

Just like carbohydrates and fats, proteins are macro nutrients, representing the major part of human nutrition. Our body needs the first two macro nutrients for energy generation in particular (glucose). Although proteins also have their calorific value and thus energy (4 kcal per g), the organism however uses dietary proteins mainly for producing important endogenous proteins. Thus our bones, muscles, cartilage and tendons, skin, hair and nails consist of proteins which give them structure and stability. But proteins also perform other tasks and are for instance responsible for the transportation of oxygen, metabolites and nutrients. Therefore proteins do not have their name without reason (from the Greek word ‚protos‘: first, primary). They are elementary components of our cells and thus of life which is why the optimal protein intake is very important for our health. Proteins consist of so-called amino acids. Nine out of 20 different amino acids are essential. This means, our body cannot produce them by itself; we must supply them through our diet. At that point, most people think of animal source foods in the first place, like eggs, dairy products including curd and cheese as well as fish and meat. Among the concentrated proteins, whey protein is considered to be the source when it comes to muscle building, especially among bodybuilders and athletes. It is regarded as easily digestible and as one of the proteins with the highest biological value because it contains all essential amino acids (complete amino acid profile). For a long time animal proteins were considered to be high-grade proteins superior to plant-based proteins. However and mainly due to the ‚vegan revolution’ of the recent years - a young movement of mostly younger vegans worldwide that consider a purely vegan nutrition as particularly desirable for ethical and health reasons - new knowledge has been obtained regarding this issue.

Plant proteins - As good as animal proteins

Vegetable foods are also rich in protein, for example legumes such as soy beans, peas and lentils, green vegetables like spinach, the pseudo-grain quinoa and nuts including almonds and cashews. Because the amino acid composition varies from plant to plant, the correct combination of vegetable foods is of particular importance. In doing so, especially vegans obtain all essential amino acids in the right proportions so that they can also support muscle building without consuming animal proteins. Vegan proteins taste good, are easy to digest and are in no way inferior to animal protein regarding their efficiency. Therefore more and more sportsmen and athletes promote their muscle development with vegan proteins. The consumption of protein-rich vegan foods provides plenty of dietary fibre for a good feeling of satiety and a regular digestion, secondary plant substances or phytonutrients such as antioxidants and bitter compounds, valuable fatty acids and also micro nutrients in the form of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Furthermore, vegan proteins have another advantage compared to animal proteins: They are free from purines; ureas that are particularly contained in meet and sausage products and may contribute to the acidification of the body.

What makes VEGAN PRO 35 so special

This 5-component organic protein mix from organic by Berry.En includes five high-grade, purely plant-based proteins from almond kernels, sunflower seeds, soy beans, coconut and cranberry. Their combination is perfect and ensures a complete amino acid profile. The particular about this protein mix is that only a few selected raw ingredients from certified organic farming are combined to form one single product of high efficiency and purity. VEGAN PRO 35 contains the complete plant-based components in concentrated form. Because the focus is to be on the protein, only the fat amount of the raw ingredients is being reduced - nuts and seeds are naturally rich in fat - so that the vegan protein, all other vital substances as well as the indigestible fibres can concentrate and condense. All the good from nature remains the same, also the residual amount of valuable fatty acids. The total fat amount in VEGAN PRO 35 is only 5,7%, with an overall protein amount of at least 35%. Pure strawberry fruit powder and just as much coconut blossom sugar as necessary keep the overall amount of carbohydrates within an acceptable range. They excellently blend with the proteins and give the mixture an unobtrusively fruity and not too sweet taste. Apart from all essential amino acids, VEGAN PRO 35 also contains valuable fatty acids, healthy carbohydrates, satiating dietary fibre as well as essential minerals and trace elements like magnesium, calcium, zinc and iron plus B-vitamins and vitamin C. VEGAN PRO 35 offers everything for the human body in a perfect and natural symbiosis so that isolated or synthetic vitamins and minerals as additions are out of question.

Proteins - Elementary components of life

Just like carbohydrates and fats, proteins are macro nutrients, representing the major part of human nutrition. Our body needs the first two macro nutrients for energy generation in particular (glucose). Although proteins also have their calorific value and thus energy (4 kcal per g), the organism however uses dietary proteins mainly for producing important endogenous proteins. Thus our bones, muscles, cartilage and tendons, skin, hair and nails consist of proteins which give them structure and stability. But proteins also perform other tasks and are for instance responsible for the transportation of oxygen, metabolites and nutrients. Therefore proteins do not have their name without reason (from the Greek word ‚protos‘: first, primary). They are elementary components of our cells and thus of life which is why the optimal protein intake is very important for our health. Proteins consist of so-called amino acids. Nine out of 20 different amino acids are essential. This means, our body cannot produce them by itself; we must supply them through our diet. At that point, most people think of animal source foods in the first place, like eggs, dairy products including curd and cheese as well as fish and meat. Among the concentrated proteins, whey protein is considered to be the source when it comes to muscle building, especially among bodybuilders and athletes. It is regarded as easily digestible and as one of the proteins with the highest biological value because it contains all essential amino acids (complete amino acid profile). For a long time animal proteins were considered to be high-grade proteins superior to plant-based proteins. However and mainly due to the ‚vegan revolution’ of the recent years - a young movement of mostly younger vegans worldwide that consider a purely vegan nutrition as particularly desirable for ethical and health reasons - new knowledge has been obtained regarding this issue.

Plant proteins - As good as animal proteins

Vegetable foods are also rich in protein, for example legumes such as soy beans, peas and lentils, green vegetables like spinach, the pseudo-grain quinoa and nuts including almonds and cashews. Because the amino acid composition varies from plant to plant, the correct combination of vegetable foods is of particular importance. In doing so, especially vegans obtain all essential amino acids in the right proportions so that they can also support muscle building without consuming animal proteins. Vegan proteins taste good, are easy to digest and are in no way inferior to animal protein regarding their efficiency. Therefore more and more sportsmen and athletes promote their muscle development with vegan proteins. The consumption of protein-rich vegan foods provides plenty of dietary fibre for a good feeling of satiety and a regular digestion, secondary plant substances or phytonutrients such as antioxidants and bitter compounds, valuable fatty acids and also micro nutrients in the form of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Furthermore, vegan proteins have another advantage compared to animal proteins: They are free from purines; ureas that are particularly contained in meet and sausage products and may contribute to the acidification of the body.

What makes VEGAN PRO 40 so special

This 5-component organic protein mix from organic by Berry.En includes five high-grade, purely plant-based proteins from hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower kernels, almond kernels and brazil nuts. They are outstandingly suited to each other, resulting in the complete amino acid profile. Accordingly, with this protein mix you receive all essential amino acids that the body cannot produce by itself. VEGAN PRO 40 also contains just a handful of selected natural raw ingredients, for an extraordinary and powerful natural product of organic quality as an integral part of a balanced nutrition. The oil-rich seeds and nuts are strongly deoiled so that finally a concentrated protein amount of at least 40% is found in VEGAN PRO 40, but a significantly lower total fat amount of only 9,2%. Especially worth mentioning is the amount of omega-3-fatty acids in hemp protein. In this context, it is important to understand that a nutrition with plenty of meat, sausage and dairy products - and also the thoughtless use of refined vegetable oils - over time leads to a bad relation of fatty acids within the body: Most people nowadays consume far too much omega-6 fatty acids, but only a few omega-3 fatty acids which can promote inflammatory processes in the body. Hemp is the only plant with the optimal relation of fatty acids at a ratio of 3,75:1 (omega-6 to omega-3). Among nuts, only walnuts come close to hemp, with a ratio of 5,7:1 (find healthy walnuts in ACTINUTS).

Compared to the fruity character of VEGAN PRO 35, VEGAN PRO 40 is drier in taste, mainly due to the proteins of hemp, pumpkin and Brazil nut. Therefore pure and full-bodied cocoa, with its flavor tending to be also dry and tart (because of natural antioxidants and bitter compounds) integrates well into this protein mix and gives it a subtle flavor of chocolate. The low-glycaemic coconut blossom sugar gives a mild sweetness, completes the taste and ensures a balanced blood glucose level. In addition to all essential amino acids and valuable fatty acids, especially omega-3, VEGAN PRO 40 contains healthy carbohydrates, satiating dietary fibre as well as essential minerals and trace elements like magnesium, calcium, zinc iron and selenium plus important B-vitamins. Exclusively from the botanical ingredients, without the addition of synthetic micro nutrients.