Since all proteins are not same, manufacturers employ various methods for incorporating them into products. Proteins such as caseinate and soy are alkaline-based and can only be used with ‘milky’ flavors such as chocolate and vanilla. Another drawback to casienates and soy is their high viscosity (thickness). This limits amount of caseinate or soy that can be used in a beverage. Whey is an acid-based protein and is less viscous. Whey can be used with fruity flavors because of its compatibility with acidulants such as citric acid and malic acid. A challenge with all of these proteins is their heat instability – when they are heated, proteins denature (break apart). Denatured proteins are difficult to digest and difficult to metabolize. Most proteins on market fall into this category.

However, an innovative hydrolyzed protein blend called Actinase® could be changing all of this for better. Because of its molecular structure, Actinase is very dense. Forty grams of Actinase can be dispersed in less than three fluid ounces of water, with a viscosity no thicker than tomato juice. Any other protein at this concentration would become a sold mass. In other words, Actinase allows manufacturers to add more protein to their product without adding thickness (or, viscosity) normally associated with protein fortification. Actinase is also very heat stable, so it has many applications that transcend obvious sports drink market.

Yet Actinase’s appeal goes beyond its heat-resistance and low viscosity. It is all natural, hypoallergenic, both acid and alkaline stable, and complete (i.e. Actinase contains all essential amino acids). Through a natural physiological mechanism called thermogenesis, Actinase also stimulates body’s metabolism and caloric burn rate. This is very good news for individuals on a weigh-loss or weight-maintenance program, since an increased caloric burn rate reduces intensity and frequency of fat-storing insulin surges. It is also good news for consumers who want to ingest a good source of protein, but not necessarily taste it, since Actinase has a neutral taste and aroma.

Only a few years ago, learning about protein was confined to simply reading a food label to ensure that Recommended Daily Intake was being met. Today, however, subject has become more complex, especially with respect to protein. Consumers now understand that it is not enough to simply understand how much protein is in their food. They should be aware of source and quality of protein, as well.

ABOUT PROTICA

Founded in 2001, Protica, Inc. is a nutritional research firm with offices in Lafayette Hill and Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Protica manufactures capsulized foods, including Profect, a compact, hypoallergenic, ready-to-drink protein beverage containing zero carbohydrates and zero fat. Information on Protica is available at http://www.protica.com

You can also learn about Profect at http://www.profect.com

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REFERENCES

[i] Source: “Understanding Labels”. Supermarketguru.com. http://www.supermarketguru.com/page.cfm/261

[ii] Source: “The Importance of Protein”. Ohiohealth.com http://www.ohiohealth.com/facilities/mcconnell/weightmanage/details/protein.htm

ABOUT PROTICA

Founded in 2001, Protica, Inc. is a nutritional research firm with offices in Lafayette Hill and Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Protica manufactures capsulized foods, including Profect, a compact, hypoallergenic, ready-to-drink protein beverage containing zero carbohydrates and zero fat. Information on Protica is available at http://www.protica.com

It is said that we need to have up to four (4) pounds of enzymes, in at least a ratio of 3:1 (good to bad), in our “guts” in order to facilitate proper breakdown of food as it passes through our stomach, small intestine and large intestine, and provides nourishment to our bodies.

Natural “greens” products are created to supplement that process, process of breaking down food into basic nutritional units to provide our bodies with essential nourishment. One of those supplements is Bio88+ (Plus), a pure enzyme product designed specifically to aid in digestion.

The producers of Bio88+ (Plus) use only very finest “certified” organic components in making of their highly nutritious food product. In itself it provides virtually all of added nutrition, in form of vitamins and minerals, that you need in your diet in order to maintain excellent health. Bio88+ (Plus) is produced in a government supervised laboratory using an ancient Native North American fermentation process. Feel free to contact author by email for additional information.

Our next article, Part III, will deal with where enzymes come from.

Disclaimer: These articles in no way should be taken as medical advice on any product or condition, nor do they constitute in any way medical advice endorsing any specific product, specific result, nor any possible cure for any condition or problem. They are meant as a source of information upon which you may base your decision as to whether or not you should begin using a greens product as a dietary supplement. If in doubt, or if you have questions, you should consult your physician and, if possible, consult a second physician for a possible different opinion. The author bears no responsibility for your decisions nor for outcome of your actions based upon those decisions.