Macronutrients Macronutrients Oral

Protein

Essential macronutrient for muscle and tissue repair.

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3 forms
Oral

About Protein

Proteins are essential macronutrients that play a critical role in muscle and tissue repair, serving as the building blocks for the body's cells and tissues. They are composed of amino acids, which are vital for various bodily functions, including enzyme production, hormone regulation, and immune response.

Dietary Supplement Label Database

Ingredient group data in NutriNav is aligned with the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD).

DSLD group id
107

At a glance

Approval status

GRAS

Compare All Forms

3 forms

Compare supplement forms of Protein by absorption quality and what your body actually gets from each:

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Form Absorption Steps to absorb Notes Action
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Protein (unspecified)
  • DSLD group id: 2502
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Protein (vegetable)
  • DSLD group id: 9632
  • Label category: natural
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Also appears on labels as

Additional names seen on supplement labels for forms of this ingredient (beyond the main aliases above).

4life transfer factor proteins, ancient sprouted barley protein, bone stimulating protein, cartilage stimulating protein, chicken broth protein, crude protein, fava bean protein, hydrolyzed, hydrolyzed protein concentrate, microfiltered protein, norprokraft, optipep, peptace fish (bonito) protein extract, peptides concentrate, Protein (vegetable), protein complex, slendesta potato protein extract, supro brand isolated soy protein, ultrafiltered protein, vegetable protein

Type: Macronutrients

Category for Macronutrients ingredients

Potential Benefits

Benefits associated with Protein forms:

Weight management Muscle Building Muscle Growth Muscle Repair

Potential Side Effects

Side effects associated with Protein forms:

Digestive Issues How serious: Mild

What does the research say?

Protein intake is associated with muscle mass maintenance and overall health. Studies suggest that adequate protein consumption can support weight management and metabolic health.