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Building Nutritional Health
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Protein
Protein is a macrocomponent of the diet. Major dietary sources of Protein include seafood, poultry, meat, legumes (dried beans), milk and milk products, tofu, and nuts. Protein consists as a chain of amino acids linked together.
Major Body Functions
- Provides amino acids for growth, repair and maintenance of cells
- Helps to maintain fluid balance
- Is an energy source (4 Calories per gram of Protein)
Deficiency Symptoms:
- Kwashiorkor which causes muscle wasting and edema
- Thin and fragile hair
- Skin lesions
Excessive Intake and Toxicity Symptoms:
- May contribute to osteoporosis (thinning bones)
- May lead to kidney problems
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| THE BEST SOURCES OF PROTEIN |
| Food |
Amount |
Grams |
| Halibut |
3 ounces |
22.7 |
| Salmon |
3 ounces |
21.6 |
| Ground beef, lean |
3 ounces |
21.2 |
| Shrimp |
3 ounces |
17.3 |
| Ham, lean |
3 ounces |
15.9 |
| Kidney beans |
1 cup |
15.4 |
| Black beans |
1 cup |
15.2 |
| Cottage cheese |
1/2 cup |
14.0 |
| Yogurt, lowfat |
1 cup |
11.9 |
| Tofu |
1/2 cup |
11.0 |
| Milk, all types |
1 cup |
8.0 |
| Egg |
1 medium |
6.0 |
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Not all exercises or diets are
suitable for everyone. Before you begin this program, you should have
permission from your doctor to participate in vigorous exercise and change
of diet. If you feel discomfort or pain when you exercise, do not continue.
The instructions and advice presented are in no way intended as a substitute
for medical counseling. The creators, producers, participants and distributors
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and advice provided here.
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