If you tell someone to eat their vitamins, the first thing they think about is vegetables. If you tell me to take my proteins religiously, I get confused. This is because I’m usually torn in between the many types of proteins but my meal plan has become rally handy. To some people their idea of a high protein diet is one that has beef in every meal. Did you know that red meat is actually unhealthy if taken in excess? A bodybuilder should have a minimum of 5 meals every day; does it mean that some people actually eat red meat 5 times every day? Then it is no wonder you’re not so psyched up about proteins.
The advantage that protein has over the other macro nutrients is the fact that other than their role in pumping your muscles, they have a wide variety of sources. Not just any source, but really tasty, high quality sources.
When you want proteins, think lean. Fish if you asked me is the best source of lean protein that you can ever come across. Of cause I’m entitled to my own opinion nut if you look at my transformation photos, you will certainly want to do every thing I did. Fish are low fat, they have low calories which means that you can eat them to your heart’s content and they won’t work on your waistline. They also contain omega 3 fatty acids which are good for your body’s vital organs especially the heart and the brain.
Milk is just as pure as it is white. It not only contains proteins but a whole list of other goodies. It is an excellent source of calories and an even better source of calcium. Calcium maintains the high density of your bones meaning that your bones won’t crumble into pieces under the pressure of weights. Not only does it have calcium but it also contains vitamins A and D which are very useful to the body. Vitamin A is involved in glycogen production, protein synthesis and is essential especially for night vision. Vitamin D on the other hand is essential for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus whose ratio must be maintained at all costs.
Though there are plant sources of proteins, these sources are not complete and you therefore have to mix and match them if you rely purely on plants for your proteins. If one is lacking in an amino acid that another contains and has one that the other is lacking, then you have yourself a perfect match. I would however advice all vegans and vegetarians to then use protein supplements such as whey, which happens to be the best source of protein in terms of BV yet. There are legumes, grains, nuts and seeds that are rich in protein. Mix things up a bit so that you don’t get bored of this high protein diet deal. You can combine legume with grains, nuts with legumes, animal protein with a plant source etc. there are also protein bars, shakes, powders etc.
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