Foods

Many foods tastes good, but are they good for you? Well, making the decision or not may not be as easy as it looks. Different foods contain different nutrients and needed materials for the body to function properly.

Fruits anyone?

Foods that we would include in our diet would be fruits like apples, and oranges. Fruits contain substantial quantities of essential nutrients in a rational proportion. Fruits are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals and enzymes. Fruits provide hydration and supplement of needed nutrients…AT THE SAME TIME! Studies have shown that potassium, magnesium and sodium contents from the fruit act as a diuretic and dieresis. This means that fruits help you regulate urination. They lower the urine density and thereby accelerate the elimination of nitrogenous waste and chlorides. The organic acids in the fruits produce alkaline carbonates, when transformed within the body, which alkalize the fluids. Many fruits promote intestinal cleansing. This keeps the body from slowing down in the intestinal tract. Fruits like apricots and raisins etc are rich in calcium and iron. Fruits contain cellulose, which results in a smooth passage of the food in the digestive tract.

The Sources of Protein Aren't Limited

Since it has been widely known that meats contain high amounts of protein, people have sought meat a main source or protein. Some of the proteins you consume contain all the needed amino acids to build protein, which are called complete protein. Animal sources are usually complete sources of protein. Other types of protein lack some essential amino acids, which are called incomplete proteins. These incomplete proteins tend to come from fruits, vegetables, grains and nuts. Both animal protein and vegetable protein probably have the same effects on health. Though, it's the protein package that's going to make a difference.
Steak is a great source of complete protein with around 40 grams of protein depending on the type. Although it may seem harmless, it also comes with around 45 grams of fat (also depending on the type). The bottom line is, with animal protein, you get LOTS of protein and LOTS of fat, some of that being saturated. This amount could lead you to the recommended daily intake of saturated fat.
Now take that in mind, while salmon gives around 35 grams of protein, 18 grams of fat and around 5 of them saturated.
A cup of cooked lentils has around 18 grams of protein and under 1 gram of fat.
We can say that many foods provide a source of protein. You should get a mix of different proteins ensuring that you get all the amino acids you need. You should make a decision when either eating protein foods, because one can come with large amounts of fat and one can come with fiber and macronutrients.