Suitable For Diet Programs, This Source Of Protein Is Low In Fat And Calories

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JAKARTA - For those of you who are on a diet program and want to increase your body muscle mass, exercise and consuming high protein is the key. But you must choose foods that contain low-fat protein, so that your diet program provides optimal results. Here are some low-fat animal and vegetable protein sources that can be used as options to reduce daily calorie intake.

Fish

Fish is a high protein source with low fat content, so you don't have to worry about the amount of body fat you have when you eat fish as a side dish for your animals.

In fact, fish contains the type of unsaturated fat and omega-3 which is good for heart health. A serving of fish dishes of about 25 grams, equivalent to the size of half the palm of your hand, contains 50 calories, 7 grams of protein, and 2 grams of fat.

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Tofu is a good plant protein choice if you avoid or limit animal protein. In 85 grams of tofu contained 45 calories, 1.5 grams of fat, and 7 grams of protein. Not only that, tofu is also rich in essential amino acids. Tofu has a variety of textures. Tofu with a firm texture is more suitable for sauteing, baking, or steaming. Meanwhile, tofu with a soft and smooth texture is more suitable for soup.

Edamame

Types of nuts that are often found in typical Japanese dishes, have a high iron content and can be used as an alternative source of omega-3. It is known that 65 grams of edamame contains 0.28 grams of omega-3. Not only that, edamame also contains high protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.