Most people understand that good nutrition is essential for a long and active life, but many do not put this knowledge into action. For many people, good nutrition is only a concept that they talk about when they are with people who they want to impress, or when they are at the doctor’s office. They discuss it in theory but rarely put a plan into action. Poor dietary habits and lack of exercise can be major problems for adults, and even worse, these bad habits are a growing concern for children and adolescents as well.

The number of children and teens who are considered overweight or obese has more than tripled between the years of 1980 and 2004. Among older teens and young adults, the percentage is 50% and U.S. teens are twice as likely to be overweight as their peer groups in 14 other countries. (Source: Papalia, Olds and Feldman, 2008)

There is no lack of nutritional education for children and adults alike. Most people understand what a good diet should look like, but they may be lured by the latest fad diet instead. They get depressed about other problems and good nutrition takes a back seat to those issues. They are so busy that planning a good menu for the week or even the day becomes overwhelming or stressful. Just as there are countless ways to get the information they need to make better choices, there are as many reasons to not make them. Sure, you can agree that you would like to eat better, but who has the time?

Obesity is not just a disease by definition, but is also a risk factor for a number of other, life threatening diseases. Obese children tend to become obese adults and usually develop a few of these serious health problems over time. Trying to lose weight is difficult, and the diet industry is counting on that. They are counting on the frustration of trying to figure out menu plans or finding out how many calories you actually need each day. The diet industry is counting on dieters hating exercise and loving the idea of doing getting maximum results for minimal effort. The diet industry is bringing in billions and billions of dollars from people who are looking for a fast and easy way to lose weight without changing the way they eat or exercise.

Diets are not magic. Our bodies are finely tuned machines that work on the fuel we feed them. Food taken in is converted into energy. If we take in more food than we need, our body stores it as fat. If we burn more energy than we have on hand, our body burns the fat we have stored. Losing weight equals eating slightly less than we need each day and increasing the amount of movement we get as well. To lose a pound each week, most doctors recommend dropping 500 calories out of your daily intake, but another option is to increase your activity level to burn 250 calories and only restrict your diet by 250 calories to lose weight.

How Profect Can Help

Profect is a protein supplement completely unlike any other. The average protein supplement contains more than 300 calories and must be mixed with a beverage, making it less convenient. Profect, on the other hand, is a very small protein supplement that gives a big nutritional kick. With only 100 calories, it is the perfect go-to snack between meals and because it is so high in protein, it keeps you feeling full and satisfied for longer, allowing you to avoid the cravings that overcome even the best intentions.

Unlike other protein supplements, Profect is also heat stable so you can toss a single serving shot into the car when you leave in the morning and not have to worry about it all day. There is no need to keep it on ice or worry about it spoiling like other protein drinks.

Protein, which comes from animal and plant sources, is one of the most important nutrients that we can get each day, playing a vital role in every single aspect of our bodies. Without enough protein, our bodies break down lean muscle mass, dehydrate and face other serious health problems. Continued protein deficiency will lead to death, but thankfully that is a very rare condition. There are many sources of protein in the average diet and most people consume the right amount, but the concern is whether we consuming the right kinds. After all, while there is protein in that fast food burger, there is also fat and cholesterol and far more calories than we need.

Profect and Nutrition: A Case Study

Shelly is trying to eat better but she has always had a problem with her willpower, succumbing to the temptation of fast food and falling for the lines in the fad diet ads. Thanks to her fad dieting, she has gained twenty pounds in the past few years and is really frustrated. She reads an article that addresses nutrition and boosting protein and suddenly she has an epiphany. She looks around for protein supplements and settles on Profect from Protica for a number of reasons.

– She likes that it is convenient and easy to consume and to store

– She likes the small size (less than three fluid ounces)

– She likes the variety of fruit based and refreshing flavors

– She likes the high protein content (25 grams per serving)

– She likes the low calories count (100 per serving)

– She likes that it is available in a variety of sizes and that she can mix it with over foods or beverages if she chooses

Shelly adds Profect to her diet and gradually begins to shed pounds. She feels full and satisfied and has more energy for her new workout routine. All of Shelly’s friends who have been struggling with their weight are eager to try Profect, too.