Protein can be found in a lot of foods, but certain options are better than others. From chicken to egg whites, choose these foods to pack your diet with protein.<\/em><\/p>\n

Protein is an essential macronutrient that serves many functions in your body.<\/p>\n

The recommended amount of protein is 0.37 grams per pound of body weight or 0.8 grams<\/a> per kilogram.<\/p>\n

However, physically active individuals need 0.6\u20130.9 grams<\/a> per pound, or 1.4\u20132 grams per kilogram.<\/p>\n

Research shows that high-protein diets also aid weight loss.<\/p>\n

The simplest way to increase your protein intake is to eat more\u00a0high-protein foods<\/a>.<\/p>\n

That said, not all high-protein foods are created equal. Some of them are extremely high in this nutrient, containing almost nothing but protein and water.<\/p>\n

Here are 10 foods that are almost pure protein, comprising 80% of calories or more.<\/p>\n

1. Chicken breast<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Chicken is one of the most commonly consumed high-protein foods.<\/p>\n

The breast is the leanest part. Three ounces (85 grams) of roasted, skinless chicken breast will provide you about 27 grams of protein<\/a> and 140 calories.<\/p>\n

Some studies show that eating chicken on a high-protein diet can help you lose weight. However, the same benefits are also seen when beef is the main protein<\/a> source.<\/p>\n

A chicken\u2019s nutrient profile is often affected by its diet. Pasture-raised chickens have higher antioxidant and omega-3 levels.<\/p>\n

Besides protein, chicken is a great source of niacin, vitamin B6,\u00a0selenium, and phosphorus.<\/p>\n

Protein content in 100 grams:<\/strong>\u00a031 grams (80% of calories)<\/p>\n

                                SUMMARY<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>\r\nChicken breast is a very popular source of protein, \r\nwith a 3-ounce breast providing 27 grams. \r\nIt\u2019s also a great source of minerals and B-vitamins.<\/pre>\n
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