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Q: What causes lean muscle protein to break down?
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What happens to your bodies not enough protein?

it starts to break down muscle


Will increasing protein intake lead to increased muscle mass?

not on its own, you need to lift weights to break down muscle protein rebuilds the muscle once its broken


What reaction builds muscle?

When working out, you stretch the muscle and break it down. Then by adding protein and amino acids the muscle will repair it self stronger than before.


Where is protein broken down in the digestive system?

muscle fibers


Does amylase break down tissue meat?

No, you need protease to break down meat.


Which part of the body contains enzymes that break down protein?

The stomach contains enzymes that break down protein.


Why is protein important for your muscle?

protein is important because it builds up muscle cells and is usedto repair them if they get damaged.


Will amylase break down glycogen into glucose?

Yes, amylase can break down glycogen.


What does the stomach use to help break down protein?

The stomach uses the enzymes to break down foods.


How the protein stored in the body?

I don't think they are stored. Obviously they are used to make structures such as muscle. If there is a dietary shortage of protein muscle can be broken down to provide amino acids. I have been told that small amounts of muscle tissue may break down in the short period of overnight fasting, and that this has encouraged dieticians to stress the importance of breakfast. I cannot give references for this and frankly consider it should be treated with caution.


What tension causes a car to break down?

Lack of attention (maintenance) causes break downs.


Does a lack of protein help weight loss?

Not really. A lack of calories helps weight loss, but a lack of protein will encourage muscle catabolism- the body will break down muscle for energy- not good when you want to be taking care of fat. Consuming sufficient, or even a little extra protein during caloric reduction, in addition to regular weight lifting, can help to preserve muscle mass while reducing body fat.