TIMESINDONESIA, JAKARTA – Protein is one of the most essential nutrients to increase children’s growth. Protein can be obtained from animal-based foods and plant-based foods. Here are several protein sources for your growing children to consume.
1. Tuna
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Tuna is high in protein, but low in calories and fat. Every 85 grams of raw tuna contains 20 grams protein. This amount equals to the 100% protein needs of 4-to-8 years old children, and 58% protein needs of 9-to-13 years old children.
2. Almond
Most nuts are high in protein, but almond is still the best. Almond could be a good protein source and healthy snack for children. In fact, every 28 grams of protein contains up to 6 grams of protein.
3. Plain yoghurt
Yoghurt has a higher protein content compared to milk. One hundred grams of plain yoghurt contains 3.5 grams protein, which equals to the 10-17% protein needs of 4-to-13 years old children. Several types of yoghurt contain casein that improve the absorption of calcium and phosphor.
4. Tofu
Tofu is high in protein and essential amino acid. Amino acid is a substance that is essential in the process of cell growth. The human body cannot produce this substance by itself. That’s why, your children needs this substance from foods.
5. Broccoli
High-protein foods are usually animal-based foods. However, it turns out that some vegetables, such as broccoli, also contains high level of protein. In fact, 100 grams broccoli contains 2.8 grams protein.
6. Egg
Egg is one of the best protein source. Egg becomes people’s favorite because it is cheap and easy to cook.
Protein is the main component of muscles, bones, organs, skin and so on. That’s why, the growing children need a lot of protein to improve their growth. (*)
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