Main dietary protein sources

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Dietary protein sources and health benefits
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Is there a difference between animal and plant-based proteins?
What is the recommended intake of protein food sources?
Why are protein-rich foods important for a person with type 2 diabetes?
Meat, fish and eggs in our diet
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What are the nutritional value and the dietary recommendation for MEAT?
How often should I eat FISH and SEAFOOD and which is the recommended portion size?
What is the difference between white fish and fatty fish?
Which fish and shellfish have the highest content in omega-3 fatty acids?
Is fish the only suitable option for obtaining omega-3 fatty acids?
Are there any aspects to consider when selecting the type of fish to eat?
Can eggs be considered a good source of protein?
Pulses and other plant-based protein sources
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What is meant by the term pulses?
Which is the nutritional value of pulses?
How often should pulses be included in a balanced diet to get their health benefits?
How can I include more pulses in my diet?
Are there any potential drawbacks to consuming pulses regularly?
How to get enough and high quality protein from plant-based sources?
Which are some alternative plant-based protein sources that can complement a balanced diet?
How does incorporating pulses into the diet contribute to sustainability?
Dairy products as a source of protein and calcium
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How often do I need to consume DAIRY PRODUCTS and which are included?
Why is calcium important for my health?
How much calcium do I need per day?
Why is it important to have an adequate calcium intake?
Are there any alternative sources of calcium?
Plant-based alternatives to milk
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What are the plant-based milk alternatives?
Are plant-based alternatives to milk a good alternative in terms of their protein content?
Are plant-based drinks alternatives to milk good for health?
Recipes
Recipes
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Chicken saltimbocca with spinach and manchego cheese
Steamed turkey ‘roulade’ with oregano-tomato sauce
Deviled eggs with avocado
Chickpea salad with spinach and greek yogurt dressing
Tofu and peanuts green curry
Mussel & monkfish bouillabaisse
Textured soy protein Bolognese
Chardonnay poached anchovies with nutty sauce
Tips
Tips
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Grocery shopping list Meat
Grocery shopping tips Dairy products
Grocery shopping tips Eggs
Grocery shopping tips Fish
Grocery shopping tips Legumes
Grocery shopping tips Plant based drinks
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What is the difference between white fish and fatty fish?

Main dietary protein sources Meat, fish and eggs in our diet What is the difference between white fish and fatty fish?

Fatty fish contain more fat in their tissues and have a larger variety of fatty acids than white fish. Salmon, tuna, sardine, trout are examples of fatty fish. White fish includes hake, sea bass, sole, cod among others.

Fatty fish is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids. Although the available evidence does not support a significant beneficial role of omega-3 fatty acids on glycemic control, they have many other health benefits:

  • Protect against cardiovascular disease and overall mortality.
  • Have anti-inflammatory properties which are important to prevent many chronic diseases.
  • Important for brain development and health of nervous system.

        

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