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High Protein Food In The Healthy Eating PyramidWhy you should eat food high in protein at each meal
The inclusion of high protein food at each meal has an important benefit in that it slows the movement of food from the stomach to the intestine,
making you feel full for longer. As a result you will eat less. Protein is an essential nutrient and is important as it provides the amino acids or building blocks
for healthy growth and function of the body. The constant process of repair and renewal of body tissues requires protein, which must be eaten daily, as the body cannot store it.
While animal and dairy products contain complete proteins with all the essential amino acids, these are not always healthy and it is preferable that your
protein comes from a variety of foods.
Sources of ProteinWhile animal products are a source of high protein food, such as red meat and dairy products, and contain all of the amino acids required by the body, the downside is that these sources are high in saturated fat, which can lead to weight gain and disease if consumed in excess. Vegetable sources of high protein food such as nuts, beans, whole grains and soy are a better choice as they contain less fat, and provide fibre and vitamins. Additionally, vegetables have lower concentrations of hormones and pesticides than meat. You can obtain the proteins you need by including a wide variety of vegetables in your diet. Better choices of animal protein are fish and lean white meat from poultry. Salmon is an ideal source of protein, as it is also high in Omega 3 fats which actively promotes wellbeing.
List of High Protein Food
Tips for including protein in your diet
Proportion of calories that should come from Protein A note on Dairy ProductsOne of the primary benefits of dairy products such as milk, cheese, cream, butter and yoghurt is that they are a good source of calcium, a mineral needed for healthy bones, teeth, blood clotting and nerve function. The downside is the high level of saturated fat that whole milk products contain. To keep this to a minimum, always go for low fat versions of dairy products. Osteoporosis (weak bones) is a common ailment among post menopausal women, and is a result of bone loss that occurs with age. This process can be slowed down by strengthening the bones during the first 30 years of life through weight bearing exercise, getting enough vitamin D and calcium.
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