Inability to digest milk making you protein deficient? Shift to a Plant-based Protein

Do you know why protein is considered the building block of life? Because it is found in every cell of the body and it is vital for the development, regulation, maintenance and repair of the cells, tissues and organs. From controlling all the body functions to boosting the immune system and from supporting digestion to building muscles, getting adequate protein is undoubtedly crucial.

Depending on his/her level of physical activity, every individual should consume the following amount of protein on a daily basis:

• 0.8 - 1.0 g of protein per kg of body weight with a sedentary lifestyle

• 1.2 – 1.4 g of protein per kg of body weight if you play a sport daily or exercise

• 1.6g – 2g of protein per kg of body weight if you’re an athlete/ bodybuilder and workout intensely

Proteins are made up of amino acids, and there are 20 of them. But our body can manufacture only 11, and the remaining 9 are considered essential because you can only get them through your diet.

Let’s understand why some people can’t take dairy products

Some people can’t consume dairy either because they are lactose intolerant, allergic to milk or face difficulty in digesting it.

While some people can consume dairy, they face problems when consuming a concentrated form of dairy, such as whey protein. Consuming whey protein often leads to indigestion, bloating, flatulence or acne as their body is unable to digest it easily.

People who are sensitive to milk are actually allergic to the protein present in milk such as whey or casein or both. On the contrary, people who have difficulty in digesting milk are unable to tolerate carbohydrates or sugar present in milk called “lactose”. Lactose intolerant people usually show digestive symptoms like abdominal cramps, gas, bloating and diarrhea within a few minutes to hours after consuming dairy.

Apart from them, there are many who don’t like having milk just because of its taste or are vegan.

Can plant protein be the alternative who can’t consume dairy?

Most nutrition organizations recommend 0.8-1 gm of protein per kilogram body weight. For example, a 60 kg person needs 50-60 gm of protein daily. However, the protein requirements significantly increase in people who are more active.

For those who are vegan or have issues with digesting milk-based protein or those who don’t like milk, plant-based protein is considered the best alternative to fulfil daily protein requirement.

Getting a top-quality plant protein with all the essential amino acids is now easy with “PLIX - The Plant Fix”, a vegan protein. PLIX is the best source of protein for people who are lactose intolerant, vegan, allergic to milk as its 100% plant based.

Plix – The Plant Fix is made with 5 Plant Based Superfoods and offers the following benefits

• 25g Complete Plant Protein from Peas and Brown Rice

• 5g BCAA (Branched chain amino acids)

• 4g Glutamine

• 300mg Antioxidants from grape seed extract and lycopene

• 150 mg Digestive Enzymes from Papaya (Papain) and Pineapple (Bromelain)

It is gluten, lactose and soy-free and suitable for both men and women. It contains no added sugar, artificial flavour, colour, hormones and sweeteners. Furthermore, it is formulated in such a way to meet the high-performance needs of athletes from replenishing post work-out to aiding in post workout recovery.

It’s also easy to carry and consume. All you need to do just rip it, shake it and drink it. 

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