What Role Does Protein Play in Building Muscle
                     What Role Does Protein Play in Building Muscle
• When you work out, some of the muscle tissues experience a slight 
tear and need to be repaired. Protein helps in rebuilding and 
regenerating muscle tissues. Amino acids makeup proteins and are 
the building blocks of muscle. Out of these, there are some essential 
amino acids (EAA) that have to be got through diet or supplements as 
they cannot be made by the body. Some diet sources for EAAs are 
meat, beans, soy and nuts. 
• If opting for a supplement, then you can go for different 
protein supplements – pea, quinoa, rice, whey, etc. Some things to 
remember while selecting a protein supplement are:
Additives to avoid while buying 
the best whey protein powder to build muscle are:
• Artificial Flavors: They are known to be very harmful to health and it 
is better to avoid brands that use them. 
• Thickeners and Gums: Xanthum gum (INS 415), anti-foaming and 
anti-caking agents are best avoided. 
• Fillers: They work as fillers and are a cost-cutting technique by many 
companies. They should be avoided. 
• Artificial Sweeteners: Ingredients such as Saccharin, Sucralose and 
NutraSweet are not good for health and are known to create side 
effects like headaches, digestive issues, etc. 
• Refined Sugar: It is best to avoid drinks containing refined sugar as it 
is said to be harmful to health. 
You should also check for the authenticity of the product on the 
website of the brand. Most products have a hologram on the packet. 
Various brands contain different protein quantities per scoop. It is good 
to select a brand that has more protein per scoop. You can also check 
out: Mudit Goel's
 answer to Which is the best Indian whey protein supplement?