Tuesday 14 April 2015

Importance of Protein in Diet

Protein food makes you feel full for a longer period of time. Which means... it can help you lose weight! Proteins are also important in maintaining healthy body functions. They are essential for different roles in our body such as:  - the growth and replacement of body cells and tissues - building components of muscle, organs, some hormones - maintaining healthy hair, skin and nails
 
Unlike fats and carbohydrates, protein is the only macronutrients that doesn't store in our body for use when required. Thus, it is vital to obtain adequate protein via food source.  Proteins from animal sources can be absorbed by body more readily.
 
However, remember to choose protein which are high in nutrients and low in saturated fat and calories. 
 
Good protein comes from lean meat/ fish/ poultry/ eggs / milk and dairy products.
 
Protein can also be obtained from plant source. They can usually be found in beans and their products ( soy milk/ tofu/ nuts/ lentils ).
 
 
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