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Protein is an unavoidable component of our diet. Proper intake of proteins through the right food will help in building up of muscles.
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Proteins are buildup of smaller molecules of amino acids. Amino acid helps in the formation of muscle fiber.
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Food rich in protein are also rich in unsaturated fatty acids, carbohydrates etc. increases cholesterol instead of forming muscles .
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Thus it is essential to select the food containing right amount of protein but not the fat content.
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Vitamin B-12 contains proteins also. Non- vegetarians can choose can choose the right food from a long list of choices available to them.
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Chicken is good in protein. Those who want to gain weight by muscle building alone are not advised to take fried and garnished chicken.
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We must calculate the total calorie and protein content in the food before consuming it.
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Plain, roasted chicken white meat contain 20 gm. of protein and 2.5 gm. of fat content in its 2 ounces.
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We must avoid fried chicken. Fish (boneless and preferably tuna, salmon, mackerels, etc.)And sea food (prawns, shrimps, and low fat meat) are good options. Beef is not a good choice as it contains fat along with protein.
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Other good sources of protein for vegetarians are milk, and dairy products like cream, cheese, yoghurt, eggs, etc.
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Another rich source of protein is soybean. Soybean powder is added to dishes and eatables to raise the protein content.
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Nutralite which is commonly available in the market will raise 2-3 kg of muscle if it is consumed daily for about 15-20 days.
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Practice exercise daily to avoid the accumulation of fat in the muscles. Otherwise there is no use for protein intake.
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We must have an idea about protein intake under the guidance of medical supervisor to gain weight and avoid excess intake.
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