The Biological Value (BV) scale is a standard way to measure the proportion of protein that is absorbed from a food by the human body. A specific mathematical breakdown of how the scale works would be out of scope for this article, but for those interested, please see its Wiki article.

As a measure of protein absorption, the BV scale has evolved over the years, as all… Continue reading

Many athletes worldwide use protein shakes, protein bars, and other supplements to enhance their performance and boost the results of their workouts. But are these products healthy, and how do they work? Particularly with so much concern over whey protein side effects in the national media, it’s important to take a serious look at these questions.

A high protein diet is beneficial because the human body uses protein to… Continue reading

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