Want to know about how I complete my 75% protein per day

Kanchan Suna

1 year ago

Want to know about how I complete my 75% protein per day

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Happy Tummy Expert

1 year ago

Dear Kanchan,

Thank you for the question.

Protein is an important component of your daily balanced diet and inadequate intake may lead to loss of energy, fatigue, improper functioning of immune system etc.

Some of the functions of protein are

Growth and Maintenance- Protein is required for the growth and maintenance of tissues
Enzymes are proteins that aid the thousands of biochemical reactions that take place within and outside cells. Bodily functions that depend on enzymes include Digestion, Energy production, Blood clotting, Muscle contraction
Proteins act as a buffer system, helping your body maintain proper pH values of the blood and other bodily fluids.
Proteins in the blood maintain the fluid balance between your blood and the surrounding tissues.
Proteins form antibodies to protect your body from foreign invaders, such as disease-causing bacteria and viruses.
Some proteins transport nutrients throughout your entire body, while others store them.
Protein can serve as a valuable energy source but only in situations of fasting, exhaustive exercise or inadequate calorie intake.

Recommended Daily allowance of protein for women is 46g per day.

Here are some tips to help achieve your protein RDA:

You can achieve your RDA of protein by choosing different protein rich foods at different meal occasions throughout the day.
Spread the protein consumption across all meals instead of one big load
Include protein rich foods such as pulses, lentils, milk, paneer, soybean, eggs, lean meat, nuts & seeds, etc.
Choose food products that are source of protein/high protein etc (read the labels carefully for more information)

For a customised and personalised meal plan for specific conditions please contact your Health care professional or any registered dietician.

Hope we have answered your query.

Wishing you a great day ahead.