Protein is KNOWN all around the world to build and repair muscle. This is just something that has been ingrained into brains for LONG periods of time. Protein is important, but not in massive amounts and from the wrong sources. I know you are really going to enjoy this article and finding out 5 unique sources of protein that are GOOD for you!
Typical animal proteins are usually 20%-25% protein. As science has progressed the minimum allowance for protein per day has gone from 120 grams, down to 60 grams to 90 grams by conventional nutritionist, but the most recent and up to date research shows that it's closer to 25 grams per day.
Muscle Protein
The issues you will find with animal based sources of protein mainly meats are high amounts of saturated fats, steroids and antibiotics that have been given to the animal. Also keep in mind what's been done to the food that the animals have been fed. If they are eating something toxic that has been loaded with pesticides it will be absorbed into the meat and we will eventually end up consuming it! I have to thank a great resource in Dr. Robert O. Young for these figures.
In no particular order I am going to list for you 5 crazy unique sources of protein that you can implement into your "diet" and food consumption and ditch the excess protein shakes and protein bars A.K.A. "candy bars" and put some money back in your pocket by not wasting your money on something you don't need.
Whatever happened to people listening to Popeye? He was lean, strong, and had himself a sweet heart named "olive oil" which just HAPPENS to be good for you. Now who are kids seeing on tv? Unique protein source #1 is SPINACH! Popeye was RIGHT! Eat your spinach. With an astonishing 49% of protein from calories this is a nutritional POWERHOUSE to build lean muscle and burn fat. Remember the more lean muscle you have the more fat you burn at rest. Get it from the right sources like spinach and you are setting yourself up for some serious fat loss success!
How about unique protein source #2. ALMONDS has a ridiculous 15% protein from calories. These make a GREAT snack to substitute from candy bars, snack packs, and potato chips. I also highly recommend using almond milk instead of dairy milk.
If you like hummus you will be happy to know that garbanzo beans pack a fat loss punch with 25% of protein from calories. These beans are DELICIOUS and are sure to get the fat loss process rolling into it's fullest potential! Unique protein source #3 is sure to keep you happy, healthy, and fat free.
There are not many people I know who don't like unique protein source #4! What is it!!?!?! Oh the suspense, you just hate it don't you!? Drum roll pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeease!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SUNFLOWER SEEDS with 17% protein from calories are great topper for your salad or a snack during the day. Don't delay on these, they are delicious and healthy. WARNING: I would only eat them if you are serious about fat loss.
Last, but surely not least unique protein source #5 packs a WHOPPING 40% protein from calories. Are you joking? NOPE! You don't need to waste any more money on junk protein products on the market (VERY FEW ARE GOOD). Throw some alfalfa sprouts on your salad, sandwich, or wrap and load your body with the protein it needs to pack on the muscle and burn fat for HOURS at a time.
Listen folks' the moral of the story here is stop wasting your hard earned money on things you don't need. Get your protein source from natural, easily absorbed sources like the ones listed above. Your body will appreciate it much more and will unlock the true muscle building and fat burning potential. If you haven't noticed my philosophy yet, it's close to nature and natural. Like it's supposed to be. I know this is the best because I have experienced both ends of the spectrum. The good, bad and the ugly have been separated for you, by me. This is my way of saying "thank you" for reading.
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- One 5.15-pound tub of chocolate-flavored whey protein
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100% whey protein contains 23 grams of protein, only 2-3 grams of carbohydrates and 1.5 grams of fat. To encourage a positive nitrogen balance, consume approximately 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight per day from a combination of high protein foods and supplements. For even better results, consume your daily protein allotment over 4-6 small meals spread evenly throughout the day. Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Peptides), Cocoa, Artificial Flavor, Lecithin, Acesulfame Potassium. Aminogen is a registered trademark of Triarco Industries, Inc.Christmas Sales Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard, Double Rich Chocolate, 5 Pound Specifications
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