In nearly all biological processes proteins play a key role.  Thus, for instance, most enzymes, antibodies and hormones are made up of proteins.  Also muscles, skin, hair and nails consist mainly of protein.  However, unlike fats, proteins cannot be stored in the body and must therefore be taken regularly.

The elementary building blocks of all proteins are the amino acids, of which 22 different ones are known to be essential to the body.  Thirteen of these are manufactured within the body, the other nine must be taken in through our daily food intake.  These nine are also known as the essential amino acids.  It is important that the body continuously takes in sufficient of these essential amino acids in order to make certain, that there is an adequate production of protein.

However, each amino acid differs from every other amino acid.  The biological value of a protein is the number which tells us how important this particular protein is for the optimal production of proteins in the body.  When we compare a vegetable protein with a animal protein, clear differences in their values are quickly perceived.  For human beings, vegetable proteins are less valuable because they only contain a minute quantity of some of the essential amino acids.  It is important that, if possible, all nine essential amino acids are taken in a balanced composition.  The more varied and harmonious the amino acid intake is, the higher is its biological value to the human body.  By bringing together different amino acids in a purposeful way, a biological high value mixture of proteins can be obtained which can be used as a food supplement.

Especially people who need more than the average amount of amino acids, such as athletes, older people and children in their growth period, can profit from such a supplement of amino acids.  It is also important for people who take in little or no protein of animal origin, so that they can remedy any possible shortages.