What are good sources of protein?
What are good sources of protein? The right kind of protein is the one where you can get most health benefits.
Protein can help you shed those unwanted pounds and keep your belly full. But it's important to eat the right amount and the right kind of protein.
Good sources of proteines are:
Seafood is one of the best sources of protein because it's usually low in fat. Fish such as salmon is a little higher in fat but it is the heart-healthy kind: omega-3 fatty acids.
White-Meat Poultry
White-Meat Poultry excellent as a lean protein. Dark meat is higher in fat. The skin is loaded with saturated fat, so remove skin before cooking.
Dairy foods such as milk, cheese, and yogurt are excellent sources of protein and they also contain valuable calcium. Choose skim or low fat dairy to keep bones and teeth strong, prevent osteoporosis, and enhance weight loss.
EggsAre one of the least expensive forms of protein. The American Heart Association says normal healthy adults can safely enjoy an egg a day.
Beans
One-half cup of beans contains as much protein as three ounces of broiled steak. Plus, these nutritious nuggets are loaded with fiber to keep you feeling full for hours.
Pork Tenderloin.
This great and versatile white meat is 31% leaner than 20 years ago.
Soy.
Twenty five grams of soy protein daily can help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Combine soy protein foods like tofu with a healthy low fat diet.
Lean Beef
Lean beef has only one more gram of saturated fat than a skinless chicken breast. Lean beef is also an excellent source of zinc, iron, and vitamin B12.
Protein to go
Grab a meal replacement drink, cereal bar, or energy bar. Check the label to be sure the product contains at least six grams of protein, and is low in sugar and fat.
Is a High-Protein Diet Right for You?
People who want to lose weight should maintain a diet that’s high in protein with more lean meat, low-fat dairy products, beans, and fewer finely refined starch calories like white bread and white rice.
e! Science News reports. The world’s largest diet study, undertaken by researchers at the University of Copenhagen, showed that, with this diet, it’s possible to eat without counting calories or gaining weight if one eats until he’s full. Official dietary aren’t sufficient to prevent obesity, it concludes. The study looked at five diet types, and found that a high-protein, low-glycemic index diet works best.
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