FOOD SOURCES OF HIGH PROTEIN

Based on the source, the protein is divided into two, namely animal protein and vegetable protein.

1. Animal Protein Food Sources

Eggs

Eggs are a natural source of protein, and even is one of the highest quality protein. This food provides all the amino acids needed by our bodies. 
1 egg = 5 - 7 gram of protein.




Fish

Some species of fish have high protein and very low fat content. Other fish such as salmon and tuna.
170 gram salmon = 40 - 45 gram of protein.

Milk

Milk became one of the most important sources of nutrients to the body due to have a good content for health and beauty skin body, such as protein, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B2, vitamin D, zinc, iron, thiamine, amino acids, and many important nutrients other needed by the body.
225 milk = 8 gram of protein






Red Meat

Aside from being a source of protein, red meat is also important as a source of vitamin B12 and iron. Therefore, the consumption of red meat in order to ensure the adequacy of iron in the body.
220 gram red meat = 50 gram of protein.




White Meat

Chicken is one example of white meat protein sources. Similarly, red meat, chicken also contains fat and cholesterol. Chicken fat found in many skin and the chicken thigh, therefore choose a piece of chicken breast.
115 gram white meat  = 35 gram of protein.



Anchovy

Besides protein, you can also get calcium from anchovy consumption.
100 gram Anchovy = 10.3 gram of protein.





2. Plant-Based Protein Food Sources



Wheat

Wheat is more widely known as a carbohydrate source.
However, did you know that whole grains also contain protein?
On wheat, protein content can reach about 9%. 





Soybean (Soy milk)

High in fiber, making soy milk to meet daily fiber needs. Even if consumed much will make full longer. That's why a good soy milk consumed by those who want to maintain weight.
1 cup of soy milk = 7 gram of protein.



Peanuts

Peanuts rich in fat, which contains high protein, iron, vitamin E and calcium, phosphorus and vitamin B complex, vitamins A and K, lecithin, choline and calcium.
115 gram peanut = 9 gram of protein.