Eating foods containing protein is important if you want to build muscle mass and even if you want to lose weight. But how much protein do you really need? Which products are high in protein?
Eating foods containing protein is important if you want to build muscle mass and even if you want to lose weight. But how much protein do you really need? Which products are high in protein? We give you a helping hand with a table listing foods with protein. Add these products to your shopping list and start your high protein diet!
Why eat foods containing protein?
Proteins are the building blocks of your body. They help to recover after exercise. In addition, they strengthen and maintain your muscle mass when you lose weight. Eating foods containing protein creates a feeling of satiety, so no more munchies between meals.
How much protein do you need?
The amount of daily protein needed obviously depends on the person. It is measured according to weight and (sports) goals. A personal trainer or nutritionist can advise you on the optimal amount of protein.
Table of Foods Containing Protein
We’ve broken down the list of protein foods into a table with three categories:
Protein-rich products containing less than 15g of protein per 100g. Products containing between 15g and 25g of protein per 100g and super-protein products containing more than 25g per 100g. The highest protein product is a protein blend with 91g of protein per 100g. A real boost!
Protein-rich products <15g / 100g
Eggs, oatmeal, kidney beans, chickpeas, cottage cheese, lentils, eel and brown rice.
Products rich in protein 15g-25g / 100g
Ham, almonds, anchovies, steak, cashew nuts, duck fillet, shrimp, game, turkey fillet, rabbit, lamb, mackerel, beef fillet, pistachios , roast, sardines, tuna steak, walnuts and salmon fillet.
Protein-rich products >25g / 100g
High-protein mixes, mozzarella and peanut butter.
