If you skimp on protein your body will borrow it from muscle to meet its needs, undermining the fitness you've worked so hard to achieve. "Getting enough protein protects your lean mass," says Roberta Anding, a sports dietitian and spokesperson

There’s no hotter issue in sports nutrition right now than the carbs versus carbs-plus-protein controversy. The battle pits scientist against scientist, small companies against behemoths, and new research against long-held beliefs. At one crucial

UAN: Article type:++add book link at top++ -->This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. Every part of your body contains protein, from your muscles and blood and immune cells to your tendons

UAN: Article type:++add book link at top++ -->This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. A by-product of cheese production, whey protein can supposedly build muscle mass and be absorbed more

Q I’m a new runner and I’m very cautious about my diet. Is there a maximum amount of protein my body can absorb? I eat most of my daily protein (two cans of tuna) at dinner.A Your body has no problem absorbing virtually all the protein you eat in a

Britain’s loose-leaf lettuce season is just getting underway: make the best of it with this hearty, filling take on a traditional salad. Halloumi cheese is a delicious source of protein, and when baked delevlops a creamy, molten centre.Serves: 4

neat square parcels. Serve warm.The BenefitsChickenThe nation's favourite meat is packed with protein, which you need to repair muscles that are damaged in training and racing. It's also a source of potassium, which, among other functions, promotes

’t miss out on flavour and all-important protein.Serves: 4Preparation: 25 minutes400g broccoli, divided into small florets150g uncooked brown rice2 medium to large cooked chicken breasts1 tbsp sesame oil4 shallots, finely sliced2 red chillies, finely

and parmesan, and season. Dust the veg in the flour and coat in the batter mix.3 Fry the veg a little at a time (about two minutes) so that the oil stays hot. Drain on kitchen paper and serve with the salsa.The SkinnyCalories 270Fat 14gCarbs 22gProtein 2g

protein power: Dieticians recommend eating protein (yoghurt, eggs, meat, cheese, chicken, skimmed milk) during the day, and carbs (pasta, rice, potatoes) at night, for maximum energy and weight management. Protein keeps you alert, and produces a greater