What are some protein-rich foods?
From W8MD weight loss and sleep centers
Protein is an essential macronutrient that is important for building and repairing tissues in the body, as well as maintaining muscle mass. Some foods that are high in protein include:
- Meat, poultry, and fish: Animal-based protein sources such as chicken, beef, and fish are high in protein.
- Eggs: Eggs are a good source of high-quality protein, as well as other nutrients.
- Dairy products: Milk, cheese, and yogurt are all good sources of protein, as well as calcium and other nutrients.
- Legumes: Legumes such as beans, lentils, and chickpeas are a good source of plant-based protein.
- Nuts and seeds: Nuts and seeds are a good source of protein, healthy fats, and other nutrients. Some examples include almonds, peanuts, and chia seeds.
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Omnivore diet, Plant-based diet
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| Regional diets
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Western diet, Mediterranean diet
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Low carbon diet, Planetary health diet
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Buddhist diet, Christian diet, Hindu diet, Islamic diet, Jain diet, Jewish diet, Rastafari diet, Sikh diet
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Fruitarianism diet, Meat analogue diet, Milk substitute diet, Raw vegan diet, Tofu diet
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Ovo-lacto vegetarianism, Pescetarian diet, Pollotarian diet
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Bodybuilding supplements, Meal replacement diet, Therapeutic food diet
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Liquid diets, Very-low-calorie diet
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Calorie restriction diet, Cardiac diet, Diabetic diet, Fluid restriction diet, Gluten-free diet, Gluten-free and casein-free diet, Intermittent fasting diet, Low-sodium diet, Low-FODMAP diet, Low-carbohydrate diet, Low-fat diet, Low-fiber/low-residue diet, Monotrophic diet, NPO diet, Renal diet, Soft diet, Specific carbohydrate diet
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