Proteins are regarded as the building blocks of life. Every cell in the human body contains protein. The basic structure of a protein is a chain of amino acids.
Protein is present in everybody cell, and an adequate protein intake is important for keeping the muscles, bones, and tissues healthy. It is highly important for pregnant women for the proper growth of the baby and the mother.
Protein plays a vital role in many bodily processes, including:
blood clotting
fluid balance
immune system responses
vision
hormones
Enzymes
Age |
Protein Required |
child aged 1–3 |
13 g |
child aged 4–8 |
19 g |
child aged 9–13 |
34 g |
female aged 14–18 |
46 g |
male aged 14–18 |
52 g |
female adult aged 19+ |
46 g |
male adult aged 19+ |
56 g |
Protein is an important part of a healthy diet. It is important to include food high in protein in our regular diet. They help in:
Increases muscle mass and strength
Help in building hormones and organs
Good for bones
I glass of Milk = 8 grams
1 egg = 6 grams
Lentils = 18 grams
Chicken breast = 31 grams
Oats = 11 grams
Lentils = 18 grams
I glass of Milk = 8 grams
Oats = 11 grams