Protein
We hardly ever eat straight protein, but get it from foods like meats, fish, and soy, along with fats and carbohydrates in a protein package. Almost all reasonable diets provide enough protein for your body to break down into the building blocks knows as amino acids.
Recent interest in protein has been created by studies showing that diets high in protein and low in carbohydrates are at least as effective as low fat higher carbohydrate diets. Severe lack of protein can cause malnutrition diseases, but there is little evidence that high levels of protein do anything harmful.
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- Q How can I afford a high-protein diet?
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Dr. Pierre Dukan, Nutrition & DieteticsThe cost of protein is relatively high -- meat, fish, and seafood can easily make a dent in a modest budget. Eggs, poultry, and offal, like chicken livers, are more affordable but are still expensive. Fortunately, nonfat dairy products make it... Full Answer
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- Q How much protein does my child need each day?
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Dr. Lynne Kenney, PsychologyUse these calculations to learn how much protein your children need to eat daily. Don’t forget the healthy fats (nuts, avocado, milk, cheese, meats) and complex carbohydrates (beans, legumes, cereals, pasta, sprouted breads) in your diet,... Full Answer
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- Q What are some good high-protein, low-sugar foods?
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Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative MedicineSome good high-protein, low-sugar foods are: Meat: beef, pork, lamb, venison Poultry: chicken, turkey, game birds Fish and shellfish: all are okay Eggs Nuts and seeds: all are okay Dairy products: milk, plain (unsweetened) or Greek-style... Full Answer
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- Q What are the protein benefits of beans and nuts?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyPlant-Based ProteinsDry beans, lentils, peas and soy/soy products (limited to 2-4 servings a week) are excellent and versatile options. Black, pinto, kidney, lima and garbanzo beans offer relatively equal amounts of protein; a serving of kidney beans... Full Answer
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- Q Which proteins should I eat to increase my longevity?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyProtein is an all-encompassing category that includes meats, beans and nuts. Trout and tofu are high in Omega-3 fats, which ensure normal brain function and lower the risk of dementia. Omega-3s are essential to brain health as they provide the building... Full Answer
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