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Better Health. Enter Search Keywords: ____________________ Search Other search tools:Symptoms|Doctors Find us on: * * WebMD Home next page Health & Fitness Center next page Health & Fitness Guide Email a Friend Print Article Fact vs. Fiction Tips for Success Get Lean Get Strong Fuel Your Body Expert Help Select a topic to explore more. The Basics | Your Body | Your Mind | Truths & Myths Beating the Obstacles | Motivation | Inspiration | Staying Safe Cardio 101 | Kick It Up | New Cardio | Tools to Use The Basics | Upper Body | Lower Body | Abs, Abs, Abs The Basics | Fat-Burning Food | Muscle-Building Fuel | Hydration for Safety The Experts’ Corner | Ask a Question | Resources Select An Article [All Subchapter Articles:.........................] Go Font Size A A A Good Protein Protein can help you shed those unwanted pounds and keep your belly full. But it's important to eat the right amount and the right kind of protein to get the health benefits. Is a High-Protein Diet Right for You? Seafood is one of the best sources of protein because it's usually low in fat. Fish such as salmon is a little higher in fat but it is the heart-healthy kind: omega-3 fatty acids. White-Meat Poultry Stick to the white meat of poultry for excellent, lean protein. Dark meat is higher in fat. The skin is loaded with saturated fat, so remove skin before cooking. Milk, Cheese, and Yogurt Not only are dairy foods -- like milk, cheese, and yogurt -- excellent sources of protein but they also contain valuable calcium. Choose skim or low fat dairy to keep bones and teeth strong, prevent osteoporosis, and enhance weight loss. Eggs Eggs are one of the least expensive forms of protein. The American Heart Association says normal healthy adults can safely enjoy an egg a day. Beans One-half cup of beans contains as much protein as three ounces of broiled steak. Plus, these nutritious nuggets are loaded with fiber to keep you feeling full for hours. Pork Tenderloin This great and versatile white meat is 31% leaner than 20 years ago. Soy Twenty five grams of soy protein daily can help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Combine soy protein foods like tofu with a healthy low fat diet. Lean Beef Lean beef has only one more gram of saturated fat than a skinless chicken breast. Lean beef is also an excellent source of zinc, iron, and vitamin B12. Protein on the Go Grab a meal replacement drink, cereal bar, or energy bar. Check the label to be sure the product contains at least six grams of protein, and is low in sugar and fat. WebMD Medical Reference View Article Sources Sources SOURCE: Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, Director of Nutrition for the WebMD Weight Loss Clinic. Reviewed by Jonathan L Gelfand, MD on September 21, 2009 © 2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved. 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