Are you tired of your diet, which includes eggs and chicken?;
There's no need to worry. You can replace those specific proteins with others. That way, you can enjoy the foods you want while still getting the nutrients you need.
The Importance of Protein – Why We Need to Consume It
Proteins are an important building block of every cell in the body. Hair and nails are primarily made up of proteins, and the body also uses them to build and repair tissues. In addition, proteins are essential for the synthesis of enzymes, hormones, and other chemical substances, and they play a role in the development of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood.
Along with fats and carbohydrates, proteins make up the group of so-called macronutrients—that is, nutrients that our bodies need in large quantities. In contrast, vitamins and minerals are called micronutrients, since we need only small amounts of them.
Because proteins are not stored in the body—unlike fats and carbohydrates—we need a daily «supply» through our diet. To get enough protein—0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight—you can combine classic choices like eggs, poultry, dairy, and fish with the following plant-based products.
More specifically, the products you should combine
– Nutrition Facts: 18 g of protein per cup
– Tempeh: 16 g of protein per 90 g serving.
– Tofu: 15 g of protein per 90 g serving.
– Lentils: 8 g of protein per 90-gram serving.
– Black beans: 7.6 g of protein per half cup
– Lima beans: 7.3 g of protein per half cup
– Peanuts: 7 g of protein per ¼ cup
– Wild rice: 6.5 g of protein per cup
– Chickpeas: 6 g of protein per half cup
– Almonds: 6 g of protein per ¼ cup
– Chia seeds: 6 g of protein per 2 tablespoons
– Oats: 5 g of protein per ¼ cup
– Cassius: 5 g of protein per ¼ cup
– Pasatempos: 5 g of protein per ¼ cup
– Potato: 4 g of protein per potato (white, medium-sized)
– Spinach: 3 g of protein per half cup
– Corn: 2.5 g of protein per half cup
– Avocado: 2 g of protein per half an avocado
– Broccoli: 2 g of protein per half cup
– Brussels sprouts – 2 g of protein per half cup
