Question 1

how much protein appropriate in an athletes diet?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on your body's demand, as well as whether your intention is to build muscle mass. Protein is used for enzymatic development as well as muscle build. You should adjust your protein intake based on those needs.

Question 2

is it unusual to have a low protein total (5.9) and a high a/g ratio (2.7) when i'm in my 30's?

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Need values: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, you may have low gamma globulins and should discuss it with your doctor to ensure that you are not in a deficient state of immunity.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 3

protein s-functional" came back high?

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No problem.: There is no clinical meaning to a high protein s level.  Deficiency of protein s is associated with a risk of abnormal blood clotting, but there is no risk associated with a high level.

Question 4

what is a good protein to carb ratio for a male in his 20's?

Accepted Answer

50:50: In general carbs/protein should be equal with a few caveats. If you are significantly overweight and want to get into a mild ketosis "fat burn" state keep the total carbs below 85 g. Increase protein a bit if you were actively muscle building. For exercise and endurance ad carbs as you go. Good health

Question 5

of i have been advised that protein of 5.1 is showing in my blood..is that s bad dx?

Accepted Answer

See your doc : This does not mean by itself, you need to see your family doctor and run full lab and then guide you if anything is abnormal, normally you have protein in your blood?

Question 6

are nuts high in protein?

Accepted Answer

Protein source.: Many nuts are a good source of protein. But most also have a high fat content.

Question 7

whats a complete protein?

Accepted Answer

All essential aminos: Some Amino Acids can't be made from others in your body, and a complete protein is one you can live on -- it has plenty of each of these. It's important for vegetarians to mix proteins to get enough of each amino acid; i respect vegetarianism if taken for moral reasons but it makes safe eating more complicated.

Question 8

how much protein % daily?

Accepted Answer

See detailed answer: How to calculate your protein needs:

1. Weight in pounds divided by 2.2 equals weight in kg
2. Weight in kg x 0.8-1.8 gm/kg equals protein requirement in grams.

Question 9

what does 4+ protein mean?

Accepted Answer

LOT OF PROTEIN IN UR: Means large amount of protein in  urine.
Kidneys filter waste products from your blood at the same time retaining the things your body needs including protein.Some diseases and medical conditions can allowprotein to pass in urine. Can be temporary like fever, heat& cold exposure and strenous exercise
conditions can cause persistant protein are
diabetes
glomerulonephritis
multiple meyloma&others.

Question 10

what is metamyosyn protein?

Accepted Answer

To get muscle: Is s a blend of proteins most use for bodybuilding in power.

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