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 easily

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

Another diet protein product has hit the market so we’ve been consuming more protein than usual, waiting for our biceps to grow. They claim to, ‘have used the latest advances in protein and weight loss technology’ to help support your training and a

This recovery drink declares itself as the ultimate post exercise shake. It offers 2 ½ parts carbohydrate to 1 part whey protein isolate. Designed to immediately replenish your glycogen stores, it offers 40.6 grams of carbohydrate per serving

Q. I’m vegetarian and am wondering if I should refuel with a protein drink after exercise? I know some nutritionists think we already eat enough protein but as a veggie I’m not sure I do.A. It is a common concern that vegetarian diets can be lacking

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

Need to up your protein but bored of the same old scramble? Try this twist on poached eggs from TV chef Gizzi Erskine.Each egg provides six grams of muscle-building protein. And don't worry about fat: the British Heart Foundation has dropped its