Fit Or Fat: Nutrition and Exercise

Top 10 Sources Of Protein

Posting Date: 08/20/2001

Most of us get more than enough protein in our diets. After all, we only need about 25-30 grams of protein per day. The RDA, to cover the worst case scenario, recommends 44 grams per day for most women and 56 grams per day for most men. One fast food hamburger alone gives you 23 grams of protein. But, of course along with that protein comes a lot of fat. So the trick is to get the protein you need and avoid the fat.

Here are some great choices for high-protein, low-fat foods.

1. Fresh tuna
   
2. Lentils and rice
   
3. Nonfat milk
   
4. Clams
   
5. Lean beef, top round
   
6. Skinless chicken breast
   
7. Pinto beans and corn tortillas
   
8. Halibut
   
9. Egg whites
   
10. Tofu and baked potato
    

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