Protein For Weight Loss: These protein-rich things will help in reducing weight. 

Weight Loss:

A person needs protein intake to stay healthy.

Protein is also necessary for the proper growth and maintenance of the body.

Apart from this, a person usually needs more or less protein intake keeping in mind his age, size, type of work and health.

Proteins are molecules made of amino acids that the body needs for proper functioning, tissue repair, and muscle and bone health.

At the same time, protein is also useful in weight loss.

Eating high protein boosts metabolism and also reduces food cravings, which helps in reducing weight.

Here are some protein sources that you can make a part of your weight loss diet. 

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Protein Rich Foods for Weight Loss |

Protein Rich Foods For Weight Loss 

Lentils 

Protein is abundant in pulses.

By consuming these, the body gets protein as well as B vitamins, folate, zinc and other nutrients and minerals.

A person gets up to 9 grams of protein and 101 calories from half a cup of lentils.

You can consume pulses 2 to 3 times a week. 

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Jackfruit 

You must have hardly heard the mention of jackfruit in protein-rich things.

But, to your surprise, let us tell you that jackfruit is also a good source of protein.

Many people eat jackfruit raw like a fruit, while there are many who like to make and eat it as a spicy vegetable.

Along with protein, vitamin C, fiber and potassium are also found in it. 

pumpkin seeds 

Dry fruits and many types of seeds are good sources of protein.

Pumpkin seeds are also included in these.

Pumpkin seeds contain omega-3 acids, vitamins, unsaturated fats and of course protein.

You can include these seeds in your diet by cleaning and roasting them.

They can also be eaten by making salads, sandwiches, snacks and butter. 

soy milk 

Soya milk is rich in protein.

It also proves to be a good source of protein for vegans.

Soya milk is also rich in calcium.

Include it in the diet in different ways.

You can make its tea, make shakes, use it in oats or cereals, etc. 

Chicken 

Non-vegetarian people usually do not have to worry about protein deficiency.

Chicken contains a lot of protein and by consuming it, a person gets a lot of protein.

The body gets maximum protein when the chicken is baked and eaten.

This will reduce calorie intake and provide more protein. 

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