Choose protein the smart way

Posted September 8, 2014 by PTI Admin

Protein is an important part of the diet because it allows the body to grow, develop, and repair itself. Protein is made up of amino acids, some of which can’t be made by the body and therefore must be consumed through the diet. All the essential amino acids can be found in animal protein such as meat, poultry, eggs and dairy. Essential amino acids can also be found in plant proteins, but a variety of sources must be eaten to get all of the amino acids. When choosing protein, choose lean cuts of meat, poultry without the skin, or trim the fat to avoid eating a high fat meal. Plant proteins such as nuts and legumes are a great source of protein as well as other vitamins and fiber.

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