Functions Of Protein In The Body - How The Body Uses Proteins - Importance Of Protein

In this video I discuss some of the major functions of proteins.

Transcript (partial)

Whats up dudes, and whats up ladies? Bryan here, and it is time for our 3rd video covering the functions of the macronutrients. I will put links in the little I in the right hand corner of your screen to the functions of carbs and fats videos. Ok, protein time.

So, what are the functions of protein? First, lets define what proteins are…

Proteins are made up of smaller molecules called amino acids that are strung together…cmon dude, get in your place….cmon dude, quit messing around. That a boy. Sorry about that folks,…So, proteins are made up of smaller molecules called amino acids that are strung together by chemical bonds like beads on a chain. So, now that we have a general understanding of what proteins are, what are their major functions?

The 1st function of proteins is to help make some of our hormones. Hormones are chemical messengers that travel throughout the body coordinating complex processes that often involve the interaction of several organs.

The next function is to build and maintain tissue. This is why the protein requirement is higher for growing children and athletes.

The 3rd function of protein is to make enzymes. Enzymes function as catalysts, which means that they speed up the rate at which metabolic processes and reactions occur.

The next function is transportation. Transport proteins enable nutrients to go to the right tissues.

The next function of protein is as a source of energy. If you consume more protein than you need for body tissue maintenance and other necessary functions, your body can use it for energy.

These are just a few of the functions of protein, but as you can see Protein has a very important role bodily activities.

Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:29 What are proteins?
0:58 Functions of proteins
1:11 Proteins build and maintain body tissues
1:21 Proteins make enzymes
1:31 Proteins help in transportation
1:41 Proteins can be an energy source

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[ainamerdanova]

It was good expalanation of functions!But i have one request:can you explain all functions of proteins.

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[mohammedzahboune]

Hello there! I'm an amateur bodybuilder. I train hard, but I don't use protein supplements. Are protein supplements safe to use?

[isaacguzman]

What's the latest someone should take protein ? And also if you half workout instead of a full workout should you still take protein ?
Thank you

[pradeepsingh-yqyy]

It is undoubtedly helpful to me, but I have a question,
During workout we get exhausted as our cells do, after taking a short break we feel a bit of energy again, what exactly happens meanwhile?

[aydenjanisse]

1:42 he put "proteins" in a gasoline canister.

[claudinecastro]

Thank you so much. I absolutely love the way you explained the function of proteins. very helpful.

[LathithaDamana]

What are the effects of too much or too little protein in the body

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Is low protein a cause for anxiety ? Thanks !