UNDERSTANDING PROTEIN DIGESTION
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Whey protein is one of the richest sources of all nine essential amino acids that the body is unable to produce on its own*. However, whey protein must first be processed into a usable form, which includes essential amino acids and beneficial peptides (i.e., Di and Tri-peptides)**.. |
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To be effective, protein must be broken down into a smaller particle size within approximately 90 minutes of consumption. This transit time represents the time from which the whey powder passes from the stomach through the small intestine where digestion/absorption primarily occurs; from there it will be assembled into muscle protein (a bio-usable form)***.
To visualize this process, think of a large table being moved into a room through a door that is too small. The table must first be broken down to pass through the doorway before it can be reassembled and used. Undigested whey protein will simply be excreted from the body, resulting in wasted amino acids.
Furthermore, when whey protein is not broken down into the smallest composition, it creates large peptides that can cause discomfort such as bloating, nausea and cramping. These symptoms should not be confused with lactose intolerance. Lactose is not present in a Whey Isolate, like in BioActivPro TM ; therefore, the underlying cause of the discomfort is peptide sensitivity.
Accordingly, we fortify the top-quality proteins in our formulation – that’s non-denatured Whey Protein Isolate and Bovine Colostrum - with ProHydrolase® Enzymatic Blend for enhancing protein digestion.
To visualize this process, think of a large table being moved into a room through a door that is too small. The table must first be broken down to pass through the doorway before it can be reassembled and used. Undigested whey protein will simply be excreted from the body, resulting in wasted amino acids.
Furthermore, when whey protein is not broken down into the smallest composition, it creates large peptides that can cause discomfort such as bloating, nausea and cramping. These symptoms should not be confused with lactose intolerance. Lactose is not present in a Whey Isolate, like in BioActivPro TM ; therefore, the underlying cause of the discomfort is peptide sensitivity.
Accordingly, we fortify the top-quality proteins in our formulation – that’s non-denatured Whey Protein Isolate and Bovine Colostrum - with ProHydrolase® Enzymatic Blend for enhancing protein digestion.
Information and References courtesy of Deerland Enzymes * Borsheim, E., K. D. Tipton, S. E. Wolf, and R. R. Wolfe. Essential amino acids and muscle protein recovery from resistance exercise. Am.J.Physiol Endocrinol.Metab 283: E648-E657, 2002. ** Tarnopolsky MA, Atkinson SA, Mac-Dougall JD, Chesley A, Phillips S, Schwarcz HP. Evaluation of protein requirements for trained strength athletes. J Appl Physiol. 1992 Nov;73(5):1986-95.
*** Kim SK: Small intestine transit time in the normal small bowel study. Am J Roentgenol 1968,104: 522-4. ProHydrolase® is a registered trademark of Deerland Enzymes, Inc.
*** Kim SK: Small intestine transit time in the normal small bowel study. Am J Roentgenol 1968,104: 522-4. ProHydrolase® is a registered trademark of Deerland Enzymes, Inc.
ProHydrolase® Maximizes the Performance Benefits Of Our Already Powerful Proteinic Formulation
Physically active people may need additional amino acids due to the high rate of protein synthesis that occurs when building and repairing muscle and tissue during and after workouts. This need is also shared by Seniors who – in order to prevent or counteract the serious adverse health consequences of Sarcopenia (loss of muscle mass due to aging) and Dynapenia (loss of muscle strength due to aging) - current scientific nutritional research indicates that they should consume at least half-a-gram of Protein per pound per day after age 65.
The most common amino acid supplementation is obtained as complete protein from whey and egg (while it’s also obtained as incomplete protein from soy or pea, which we definitely do not recommend). These proteins contain a high concentration of amino acids, however they’re bound together in a peptide complex that must be broken down in order to be utilized. ProHydrolase ® provides the enzymes needed to break down these bound amino acids so they can be fully utilized by the body for muscle building and recovery, as well as for muscle mass gain in Seniors.
The most common amino acid supplementation is obtained as complete protein from whey and egg (while it’s also obtained as incomplete protein from soy or pea, which we definitely do not recommend). These proteins contain a high concentration of amino acids, however they’re bound together in a peptide complex that must be broken down in order to be utilized. ProHydrolase ® provides the enzymes needed to break down these bound amino acids so they can be fully utilized by the body for muscle building and recovery, as well as for muscle mass gain in Seniors.
ProHydrolase® and the Bioactive Peptides in Whey and Colostrum
ProHydrolase® is a unique blend of proteases that quickly and effectively degrades proteins in whey to small peptides. These peptides can be used for both their amino acid content, as well as for their functional bioactive peptides.
Bioactive peptides have been defined as “specific protein fragments that have a positive impact on body functions and conditions”. Specifically, the peptides present in milk (whey) and pre-milk (from bovine colostrum) have been shown to have intestinal anti-inflammatory, as well as immune function - protective activities, among many other health benefits.
ProHydrolase® is a scientifically-proven ingredient designed to help build muscle mass and accelerate muscle recovery when used as a component of our BioActivPro TM formulation, as it digests protein into bio-usable form, taking full advantage of the availability of essential amino acids, that the body so especially needs to maximize after calisthenic activity.
Clinical studies have demonstrated the benefits of adding ProHydrolase® to whey protein isolate, as per its proven ability to increase amino acids in the blood by 20% (compared to consuming whey protein alone), thus helping to more effectively build muscle mass and accelerate muscle recovery.
Bioactive peptides have been defined as “specific protein fragments that have a positive impact on body functions and conditions”. Specifically, the peptides present in milk (whey) and pre-milk (from bovine colostrum) have been shown to have intestinal anti-inflammatory, as well as immune function - protective activities, among many other health benefits.
ProHydrolase® is a scientifically-proven ingredient designed to help build muscle mass and accelerate muscle recovery when used as a component of our BioActivPro TM formulation, as it digests protein into bio-usable form, taking full advantage of the availability of essential amino acids, that the body so especially needs to maximize after calisthenic activity.
Clinical studies have demonstrated the benefits of adding ProHydrolase® to whey protein isolate, as per its proven ability to increase amino acids in the blood by 20% (compared to consuming whey protein alone), thus helping to more effectively build muscle mass and accelerate muscle recovery.
More Health Benefits Attained With ProHydrolase®
In order to add even more nutritional value to our BioActivPro TM Formulation, we’ve incorporated ProHydrolase® as a key component of our product.
In the previous two pages, we’ve described in detail some of its many benefits but still there are more, as this unique, clinically-researched, proprietary digestive enzyme blend of proteases represents an amazing breakthrough in protein nutrition for those people using protein supplements on a daily basis to fulfill the body’s demanding needs for this vital macro-nutrient, as is the case of endurance athletes, body builders, or anyone with an active lifestyle.
For example, if you’re a serious Endurance Athlete - who definitely needs considerable daily amounts of Protein, as your body must effectively meet its high demands for maintenance, repair & growth of muscle mass, as well as achieve an optimal muscle recovery and a balanced, thus healthy immune system function - supplementing with our nutritional supplement is a must , especially if you consider that our product offers a superior intake of the best two PER (‘Protein Efficiency Ratio’) Proteins in the market- namely Whey Isolate (56 grams/full serving) and Bovine Colostrum (6 grams/full serving)- and the fact that Prohydrolase® maximizes their digestibility and bio-availability in your body.
Let’s see how it accomplishes these important benefits.
*ProHydrolase® helps pre-digest protein into bio-usable form, so that amino acid levels in the bloodstream are up to 55 times higher compared to other leading protein enzymes on the market today.
*ProHydrolase® can increase protein absorption by up to 3 times.
*It supports muscle mass building and improves (accelerates) recovery time, thus maximizing the performance benefits of protein supplementation – as it assists the body in absorbing more of the macro-nutrient rather than excreting it.
*It helps ensure smaller, non-immunogenic protein peptides are formed which helps lower inflammation in the body as scientifically indicated by decreased CRP levels.
*It also assists reducing discomfort such as gas, diarrhea and bloating which are often associated with protein consumption due to peptide sensitivity - which frequently happens when protein is not broken down into its smallest composition.
In the previous two pages, we’ve described in detail some of its many benefits but still there are more, as this unique, clinically-researched, proprietary digestive enzyme blend of proteases represents an amazing breakthrough in protein nutrition for those people using protein supplements on a daily basis to fulfill the body’s demanding needs for this vital macro-nutrient, as is the case of endurance athletes, body builders, or anyone with an active lifestyle.
For example, if you’re a serious Endurance Athlete - who definitely needs considerable daily amounts of Protein, as your body must effectively meet its high demands for maintenance, repair & growth of muscle mass, as well as achieve an optimal muscle recovery and a balanced, thus healthy immune system function - supplementing with our nutritional supplement is a must , especially if you consider that our product offers a superior intake of the best two PER (‘Protein Efficiency Ratio’) Proteins in the market- namely Whey Isolate (56 grams/full serving) and Bovine Colostrum (6 grams/full serving)- and the fact that Prohydrolase® maximizes their digestibility and bio-availability in your body.
Let’s see how it accomplishes these important benefits.
*ProHydrolase® helps pre-digest protein into bio-usable form, so that amino acid levels in the bloodstream are up to 55 times higher compared to other leading protein enzymes on the market today.
*ProHydrolase® can increase protein absorption by up to 3 times.
*It supports muscle mass building and improves (accelerates) recovery time, thus maximizing the performance benefits of protein supplementation – as it assists the body in absorbing more of the macro-nutrient rather than excreting it.
*It helps ensure smaller, non-immunogenic protein peptides are formed which helps lower inflammation in the body as scientifically indicated by decreased CRP levels.
*It also assists reducing discomfort such as gas, diarrhea and bloating which are often associated with protein consumption due to peptide sensitivity - which frequently happens when protein is not broken down into its smallest composition.
ProHydrolase® is a registered trademark of Deerland Enzymes, Inc.
