Good Protein
PROTEIN
Lean proteins are needed to build and maintain muscles as well as make healthy blood cells, needed enzymes, and to strengthen immunity. Protein will only be used to build muscle if you eat enough carbohydrate calories to provide your body with energy. Protein needs vary depending on the type of activity, the intensity, and the duration of the event.
Lean Protein Sources:
Chicken (skinless)
Cottage Cheese (no/low fat)
Natural Peanut Butter
Egg Whites
Fish (cod and Salmon)
Lean Lamb
Lean Pork
Milk (no/low fat)
Lean Red Meats
Low Fat Tofu
Water Packed Tuna
Skinless Turkey
Low Fat Yogurt
Lean proteins are needed to build and maintain muscles as well as make healthy blood cells, needed enzymes, and to strengthen immunity. Protein will only be used to build muscle if you eat enough carbohydrate calories to provide your body with energy. Protein needs vary depending on the type of activity, the intensity, and the duration of the event.
Lean Protein Sources:
Chicken (skinless)
Cottage Cheese (no/low fat)
Natural Peanut Butter
Egg Whites
Fish (cod and Salmon)
Lean Lamb
Lean Pork
Milk (no/low fat)
Lean Red Meats
Low Fat Tofu
Water Packed Tuna
Skinless Turkey
Low Fat Yogurt
