1. Use the Internet to get information about an amino acid or…

Question Answered step-by-step 1. Use the Internet to get information about an amino acid or… 1. Use the Internet to get information about an amino acid or protein supplement; you may also select a supplement you use at home. The protein supplement may be a snack bar, drink, cookie, cracker, powder or pill. You could also find a product at a health food or grocery store.2. Evaluate the nutritional benefits or concerns of using this particular protein supplement. What is the cost of the product? How much protein is in a serving and what is the cost per serving?3. Post a paragraph summary with your findings. Would you recommend using this protein supplement to someone? Why or why not? PurposeTo investigate the benefits and disadvantages of using amino acid and protein supplements. While most people exceed their protein RDA, there is widespread use of amino acid and protein supplements. The belief that protein supplements will develop strong muscles is overestimated and often exaggerated. What builds muscle is the use of that muscle through exercise and weight lifting. You know your protein recommendation from the previous exercise. This activity will help you to evaluate the pros and cons of an amino acid or protein supplement.  Is the benefit of taking a particular protein supplement worth the monetary or metabolic cost Biology Science Nutrition DIT 121 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)