PROTEINS

There are a lot of different types of foods high in protein but you just need to stick with the types of foods high in protein most commonly associated with good health and fitness.

Here are some types of protein that the best foods high in protein will contain. Please note some of these high protein foods can be used by themselves as high protein foods in your diet.

Casein:

Protein foods containing casein have been found to result in a greater amount of protein being used up by the muscles than most other sources.

Protein foods containing casein will slightly increase synthesis and inhibits breakdown of the protein. Studies have shown that high protein foods containing casein clot in the stomach to form a sort of gel, thereby causing a slow, but prolonged release of amino acids into your bloodstream.

Protein foods containing casein have also been shown to increase muscle strength more so than a lot of other sources!

Casein has also been shown to have some health benefits. Protein foods containing casein have been shown to increase HDL levels and could help to ease pain of muscles and joints.

Whey:

Whey protein is the ultimate designer food. Whey protein has been proven to be the best known. It has one purpose -- to make you reach your goal.

In addition to amazing fitness properties, protein foods containing whey protein also have some very potent immunological benefits as well as other healthy effects such as an anti-cancer functional food.

Soy:

Protein foods containing soy are very popular and and have shown to be popular with people not interested in milk solids products.

Egg:

As far as eggs go, they're a great protein source and are fairly inexpensive. The only problem is that you have to eat a lot of them to get your full amount of protein.

Meat:

Meats like chicken, tuna, and lean cuts of beef provide a slower release of amino acids, thereby increasing muscle growth to a good degree. Plus, in most cases, they're pretty cheap as well.

Properly timed and taken in sufficient amounts, foods high in protein will help you see a marked improvement in your both your health & fitness endeavors.

"Lose Weight With Protein"

A diet based on an increased intake of foods high in protein have been shown in a number of studies to give an added boost to dieters by helping them increase weight loss, increase loss of body fat, and reduce the loss of muscle tissue.

It's recommended that your diet should contain 25 to 35 percent protein for weight loss and between 20 to 25 percent protein for weight maintenance. In either situation the protein in the food should be high quality.

Protein requires more energy to digest than other foods helping you to use more calories and therefore may help with weight loss.

Also, potein helps to preserve lean muscle tissue while you lose fat. If your body doesn't get enough protein and the important essential amino acids on a daily basis it will simple take the protein from existing muscle tissue.

Protein foods also help to slow down the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream. This in turn reduces hunger by reducing insulin levels and making it easier for the body to burn fat.

"Protein Facts"

Next to water, protein is the most plentiful substance in the body. Muscles, skin, eyes, individual cells and your immune system are just a few of your body parts comprised primarily of protein.

Protein is the main building block of your body. It's essential that your entire body receives enough protein from food to ensure proper growth and maintenance. Protein foods also provide you with essential amino acids that your body cannot manufacture itself.

And finally, there is NO documented proof that indicates high amounts of protein or higher levels of protein intake in general lead to kidney malfunction in healthy women, no documented proof whatsoever.

"Best High Protein Foods"

• whey (supplement found in health food stores)
• Casein protein supplement (found in health food stores)
• Protein bars. half bar per serve
• chicken breast 100gm
• turkey breast 100gm
• salmon 100gm
• tuna 100gm
• swordfish 100gm
• lean ground turkey 100gm
• round steak 100gm
• sirloin steak 100gm
• lean ground beef (mince) 100gm
• eggs 1
• pork 100gm
• crab 100gm
• lobster 100gm
• shrimp 100gm
• Veal 100gm
• ham of the bone 70gm
• Lentils
• Chickpeas
• nuts (unsalted/raw) Handful
• Sunflower seeds Handful
• Tempeh 100gm
• Tofu 100gm
• Brown rice 1/4 cup cooked
• Peanut butter 1 teaspon
• Cheese(fat free) 55gm
• Cottage Cheese 115gm
• Milk(nonfat) 1 cup
• Yogurt(nonfat,plain) half cup