Posts tagged 'amino acids'

Active athletes require a high calorie intake to fuel the intense days on the rock, on the trails and in the field. If you’re looking at staying strong and fit and improving lean muscle mass, here's some insight on how you can do it with plant-based protein options.

Amino acids are organic compounds that form protein – the building block of life. When protein is digested, it’s broken down into various types of amino acids and it does wondrous things for the body.