What are the sources of natural protein in an athlete's daily diet?

What are the sources of natural animal protein?

There is no doubt that one of the basic sources of protein in the daily diet are the products of animal origin. A significant proportion of physically active people utilize natural protein, which is contained in meat products. It has been known for a long time that enthusiasts of bodybuilding and other strength and endurance sports cannot imagine a post-workout meal without a solid portion of meat! In this respect, you should consider lean poultry (i.e. chicken and turkey), fish (e.g. salmon, Atlantic cod, pollack, trout and seafood) and occasionally red meat (pork and beef).

Another and equally valuable group of products which can serve as a source of natural protein are products belonging to the dairy category. Milk and its derivatives are a very common part of the diet of physically active people who are looking for an alternative to meat. That is why various types of cheese (e.g. quark, mozzarella, feta), kefirs, natural yoghurts as well as buttermilk can enrich your nutrition and maintain diversity in your diet. Equally important are the eggs, which are often an important point of dietary plans for beginners and experienced athletes.

What are the sources of natural plant protein?

One cannot forget, however, that meat is not the only source of protein and a large part of the population prefers a vegetarian or vegan diet. There is nothing wrong with this, especially since plant protein often has an equally rich amino acid profile as animal products. Moreover, plant sources of natural protein are in most cases not as hard to digest as meat and have large amounts of fibre. As a result, it is likely that plant protein will prove to be much more effective in reducing hunger and providing a long lasting feeling of satiety.

Which natural sources of plant protein are particularly worthy of attention?

• Soy
• Tofu
• Nuts and seeds
• Certain groats and types of rice (e.g. brown rice)
• Legumes (e.g. beans, peas, lentils and chickpeas)

Is a protein supplement a good source of natural protein?

Although everyone knows that a balanced diet is a key aspect when it comes to developing your dream body and achieving your athletic shape, in practice it is sometimes difficult to maintain the guidelines of a balanced diet. Maintaining an optimal supply of protein is one of the fundamental issues for increasing muscle mass and achieving a muscular physique. That is why many times trainees, regardless of their experience or the type of sport they practice, use protein supplements.

It is a group of products in the form of easily soluble powder, which after dissolving in water or skimmed milk allows to prepare an incredibly tasty shake with a high content of complete protein. Depending on your preferences, the composition of the product may be based on natural sources of animal or plant protein. However, it should be remembered that those products are only a supplement to the daily diet and cannot be treated as a substitute.

If you're looking for animal derived protein, you can use the Whey Protein Complex 100% supplement, which contains a combination of a concentrate (WPC) and isolate (WPI) of whey protein. Thanks to the optimal proportions of both forms of proteins used, the product provides different absorption times, and its incredible flavours and very good solubility guarantee maximum enjoyment during consumption.

Veggie Protein Complex is available for vegan diet enthusiasts. This product is a mixture of 3 different natural sources of plant protein. It contains proteins from peas, brown rice and pumpkin seeds, which are in no way inferior to products that contain animal protein. The product contains no sugar and the chocolate taste has been enriched with natural cocoa!

Both products are available in the offer of the Olimp Sport Nutrition brand - a long-standing manufacturer of dietary supplements and products for physically active people. Each supplement is prepared in compliance with the necessary safety standards and the highest quality of production, which is best confirmed by the microbiologically tested raw materials, an innovative technology and innovative laboratory facilities, as well as a qualified team of experts from a modern research and development centre.