Protein is one of the most important building blocks for muscles, bones, cartilage, antibodies, skin and blood. You need enough protein in your diet to help your body repair cells and regenerate new ones. Proteins are also used as energy source.
Dietary protein intake derives from 2 main sources: animal proteins and plant-based protein
- Animal protein: fish, poultry, meat, egg, milk
- Plant-based protein: beans, lentils, peas, cereal, nuts, soy products
Animal protein contains a complete set of amino acids which are building blocks for protein.
Unlike most plant-based proteins, legumes contains complete protein. Legumes include peas, peanuts, lentils, beans, chick peas and soybeans.
How much protein in different milk?
How Much Protein Do You Need?
An average Malaysian adult needs 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight.
