Protein

Yogurt, yoghurt, or yoghourt? However it is spelt what is it and how does it contribute to your healthful eating plan?

The thousands of proteins synthesized in your body are categorized by the functions they perform. They differ in their amino acid profile and arrangement.

Have you ever wondered what happens to the food you eat once you have swallowed it? What processes occur which change food into nutrients? Track the journey of food through your GI tract and learn more about your digestive process.

Dietary protein provides you with essential amino acids which, together with the amino acids your body makes, provide the building blocks for your body. Learn more about this organic macronutrient.

Digestion begins in your mouth where the mechanical action of your teeth, tongue, and jaw begins to break down food that will eventually be absorbed as nutrients.