Why Do You Need Protein? Your body uses it to build your muscles and organs, deliver oxygen to cells all over your body, and keep your immune system working. Most people should get at least 10% of their daily calories from protein. That's about 56 grams for a man (based on 2,000 calories a day) and 46 grams for a woman (1,800 calories a day). Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play an important role in body functions. They are needed for vital processes like the cell building and synthesis of hormones and neurotransmitters (brain chemicals). They may also be taken as supplements. There 20 different amino acids required for the body to function properly, of which nine are considered essential. The essential amino acids are not synthesized in the body and must be obtained externally, through diet or supplements. Amitone aims to supply these amino acids needed for proper body growth and toning to build each and every organ for proper growth. When protein is consumed