Foods High in Protein: Top 10 Healthy Choices
Foods high in protein should be a staple of everyone's diet. Besides being absolutely essential in helping your body build big, bulging muscles, a new study proves that even Grandma needs protein to preserve her healthy (no matter how small) muscle mass.
So, the question becomes, "What are the healthiest, leanest, and tastiest protein sources?" Below is a list, in no particular order, of the 10 best foods high in protein. Vegetarian? We've got you covered too with a mix of non-meat products, so no excuses!
- Chicken Breast - 3.5 oz., 30 grams of protein (Go with the 99% fat-free boneless, skinless variety for the leanest choice.)
- Turkey - About 7 grams of protein per ounce
- Tuna - 6 oz. can, 40 grams of protein
- Salmon - 3.5 oz., 27 grams of protein
- Eggs - 1 large, 7 grams of protein
- Milk - 1 cup, 8 grams of protein (Go with 1% or skim)
- Cottage Cheese - 1/2 cup, 15 grams of protein
- Almonds, Peanuts, Cashews - 1/4 cup, 8grams, 9 grams, 5 grams of protein
- Peanut Butter - 2 Tablespoons, 8 grams of protein
- Yogurt - 8-12 grams of protein per cup
Add at least a few of these to your grocery list this week, and give your body the tools it needs to grow (or maintain in Grandma's case)!
While you should get the majority of your protein from whole foods, a protein supplement can provide a quick and convenient source as well. Have a protein shake between meals to keep your metabolism working:
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Hi—I would add to your list beans, eggs, rice, pasta, and fresh (organic is best) dark green veggies. Good list if you take away all the meat, meat sucks.
Happy Monday,
The Groovy Veg.
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very nice list there but to bad I'm vegan so only 2 on that list apply to me, hehe.
I wanted to point out that hemp seeds are around 40% protein, spirulina is around 60% protein and spinich is about 50% protein so if your vegan like me, those are really good alternatives.
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Hey,
I agree with this list completely, and what's great is that with protein-packed foods, they actually taste good! Well, except for cottage cheese..=)
Seriously, though, thanks for this comprehensive list. Take care,
Kyle
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