Protein powders and meal replacements are very popular and highly versatile dietary supplements. They are used to support a wide variety of health goals, including: • by athletes and body-builders for an extra protein boost, to support recovery times and performance • by slimmers, looking for low calorie, nutrients-fortified meal replacements to support weight management programmes • by those suffering with food or dairy allergies, as a nutrients top-up every day • by those on low-protein diets, such as vegetarians and vegans • by those with limited food choice, such as coeliacs or anyone trying to avoid gluten. The role of protein in exercise, sports and body-building Without protein, our bodies cannot function correctly. It is especially important for anyone who regularly places extra strain on their bodies, such as gym-goers, body-builders and endurance athletes. The reason for this is that protein is essential for maintaining and increasing muscle and bone mass, for tissue and cell repair, for keeping the immune system strong and for preventing fatigue. It is also one of the main sources of energy when following a low carbohydrate diet, which many bodybuilders do because it helps with fat loss and can improve muscle definition. Vegetarians, vegans, living / raw foodists and coeliacs A common problem for vegetarians and vegans, or anyone following a restrictive diet (e.g. living food or raw food followers and coeliacs) is that often they do not take in enough calories or protein to maintain their weight or meet their body’s requirements. It can often be a challenge to maintain such diets in a healthy and fully nutritious way. Protein is an essential nutrient, which (as mentioned above) plays many roles in the functioning of our bodies, including building and repairing new cells and muscle tissue. In fact, nutritional guidelines recommend that, as a general rule, between 10-15% of a person’s total calories should come from protein, which can obviously be difficult for non meat-eaters. Both meal replacements and protein powders can play a very helpful role in the diets of such individuals, to address not only the difficulty of ensuring adequate intake of protein and calories, but also to ensure appropriate intake of other vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Weight management A number of studies have suggested that a high-protein diet combined with exercise can support the weight management process, enhance fat loss, improve muscle tone and improve blood fat levels. As protein can assist in the repair and growth of muscle, this in turn can lead to more calories being burned each day. Higher-protein diets may also help people to gain better control of their appetites and calorie intake, as well as help to regulate blood sugar levels and reduce cravings. As most of us know only too well, the slimming process can be a challenge. Most weight management programmes involve limited food choice and a reduction in calories. This can sometimes lead to a nutrient-deficient diet. For those who want to reduce their calorie (and fat and sugar) intake, but still want to ensure that healthy vitamin, mineral and nutrient intake every day, meal replacements and/or protein powders could provide the answer! Supplementation We have developed a comprehensive range of meal replacements and protein powders to suit virtually every lifestyle or dietary regime. The range is vegetarian and vegan friendly and includes organic food form powders, superfruit and superfood vegetable, fruit and berry blends, hemp protein and rice protein. Most products in this range are free from gluten, dairy, wheat, sugar and yeast – all are free from animal products and artificial ingredients (including additives, preservatives and artificial colourings). Check them out now! Protein powders and meal replacements that pack a nutritional punch! © Specialist Supplements Ltd 2011  MEALtime Meal Replacement Vanilla-flavoured meal replacement drink  A nutrients-fortified powder with vitamins, minerals, herbs and psyllium husks. Ideal for people with sensitive stomachs and those who suffer from coeliac disease. Contains bioavailable proteins, fibre for healthy bowels and carbohydrates for energy. Naturally low in fat. Contains soya. CONTAINS NO: dairy, gluten, wheat, lactose, added sugar, preservatives, added salt, artificial colouring, yeast. Hemp Pro Protein Powder   A complete protein source Dairy and gluten-free. A balanced source of natural and complete protein. Contains all 10 essential amino acids. High in dietary fibre and Omega oils. Can also be used as a meal replacement during slimming programmes. Rice Protein Powder     A great-tasting vegetable protein A highly soluble, powdered formula for an extra protein boost. 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