9 DELICIOUS HIGH PROTEIN FOODS

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Producer:  Priyanka Das Editor: Aparna Singh

Eggs

are a great source of vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and antioxidants. They are also a very good source of protein that gets easily absorbed by the body. 

Almonds

are rich in protein and also contain necessary minerals like magnesium, manganese, Vitamin E. The antioxidant compounds found in almonds help repair body cells.

Chicken

is a commonly consumed high-protein food item. Apart from proteins chicken is also a good source of B vitamins, zinc and selenium.

Paneer or cottage cheese

is a good source of protein, especially for vegetarians. It has a high quantity of Vitamin B12, selenium, calcium, phosphorus and other minerals. Paneer is a great option for a complete meal because it is as filling as eggs.

Greek yogurt

is another protein rich food item. If you are a vegetarian then Greek yogurt should be an essential part of your daily diet for protein. Yogurt also contains different minerals including calcium, vitamin B12, Vitamin A, selenium and zinc.

MILK

To increase your protein intake, drinking milk daily will be a good choice. Milk is also rich in vitamins and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, B vitamins, potassium and Vitamin D.

FISH

In addition to being a great source of protein, fish also contains a variety of vital vitamins and minerals. Consuming fish regularly reduces risk of developing diseases including type-2 diabetes and heart disease.

Buckwheat or kuttu flour

is also a prominent source of protein. It is a healthy alternative during fasting when you are unable to consume traditional grains.

Samak rice

is not your regular rice and you can easily add this item to your daily diet. It can be used as a fruit food. There is a lot of protein present in this particular grain which can be beneficial for your health.