Everyone knows that protein is important for our body and whenever we hear about protein the image of muscle comes into our mind. Eating protein can help to lose weight and belly fat and build muscle mass and strength. A diet that is high in protein also helps to lower blood pressure, fight diabetes, and more. But did you know how you can get enough protein your body needs? Are you getting it enough? And do you know which foods can fulfill your protein needs?
So here we are discussing all these things keep reading.
1. Eggs:
Start with the basic almost everyone knows that eggs are a good source of protein. Eggs are high in protein with low calories. One large egg has 6 grams of protein and 78 calories. It's better if you can boil it rather than fried. Not only protein but also they’re an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, eye-protecting antioxidants, and brain nutrients that you need.
2. Milk:
Milk is a good source of protein and it is high in calcium, vitamin B2, and phosphorus. And milk nearly contains a little of every nutrition your body needs. One cup of whole milk contains 8 grams of protein and one cup of soy milk contains 6.3 grams of protein.
3. Lentils:
Lentils are the world's best source of plant-based protein. They are high in fiber, magnesium, potassium, iron, folate, copper, manganese, and various other nutrients. One cup of boiled lentils contains 18 grams of protein.
4. Guava:
Guava is tropical fruit but also a good source of protein. It is not available to everyone. Not only protein but it also has other nutrients like vitamin C.
5. Greek Yogurt:
Plain, low-fat Greek yogurt provide 10 gram of protein. Geek yogurt is also called strained yogurt and it is a very thick type of yogurt. It is more concentrated than regular yogurt hence it contains a good amount of protein. If you are trying to lose weight then you can take it a little because it contains sugar and has more calories.
6. Paneer:
If you are a vegetarian and don't want to eat chicken then this is the best alternative for it. It is a good source of casein protein. Per 100 gram of paneer contain 18 gram of protein.
7. Red kidney beans:
These humble little beans pack lots of nutrients. It does not only a good source of protein but also has other nutrients and it is a good source of iron, zinc, potassium, folate, and vitamins B6 and K. Per 100g of beans contain 24g protein.
8. Nut butter:
Nut butter is also known as peanut or almond butter. It is not only delicious but also fulfills the sufficient amount of protein your body needs. They taste yummy and can add to the smoothie and spread on the wholewheat bread. Per 100g of it contains roughly 25g of protein.
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