High Protein Diet
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GENERAL INFORMATION:
What is a high protein diet? A high protein diet is a balanced diet that includes extra protein. Your body may need extra protein because of certain health conditions. Some of these health conditions include cancer, wounds (such as ulcers) burns or other medical problems. You may also need to follow this diet to gain weight and get stronger after a surgery or illness. Extra protein helps to heal wounds and form new tissue in the body.
How do I add more protein to my diet?
- You may add protein to your diet by eating high protein foods at meals or snacks. Your dietitian or caregiver will tell you how much protein you need each day.
- Foods in the bread and starch group contain about three grams of protein per serving. Vegetables have two grams of protein per one cup serving. Because these foods do not contain a large amount of protein, ask your dietitian if they should be counted in your daily protein goal. Foods in the fruit and fat groups do not contain enough protein to be counted while on this diet.
What are some foods that are high in protein? The average protein content of foods below is listed in grams beside the name of the food. The grams of protein may vary slightly between brands of each food. Read the labels of packaged items like protein powders and include this protein amount in your daily protein goal. Daily protein goal: ____ grams.
- Dairy:
- One cup of any type of fresh milk (8).
- One cup of buttermilk (8).
- One-half cup of evaporated canned milk (9).
- One-fourth cup of nonfat dry milk (11).
- One ounce of semi-hard or solid cheese (7).
- One-fourth cup of parmesan cheese (8).
- One-half cup of cottage cheese (14).
- One-half cup of custard (7).
- One-half cup of pudding (4).
- Eight ounces of plain or fruit yogurt (8).
- One cup of any type of fresh milk (8).
- Meats and meat substitutes:
- Three ounces of cooked fresh water fish (21).
- One-half cup of canned tuna (14).
- Three ounces of cooked shellfish (19).
- Three ounces of cooked chicken, turkey, or other poultry (24).
- Three ounces of cooked beef, pork, lamb or other red meat (21).
- One large egg (6).
- One-fourth cup of fat-free egg substitute (5).
- One-half cup of roasted soybeans (34).
- One-half cup of tofu or tempeh (10).
- One cup of soy milk (4).
- One cup of cooked dried beans, like pinto, kidney, or navy (15).
- One cup of cooked dried peas or lentils (17).
- Three ounces of cooked fresh water fish (21).
- Nuts and seeds:
- Two tablespoons of almonds, cashews, or walnuts (5).
- Two tablespoons of peanut butter (8).
- Two tablespoons of peanuts (7).
- Two tablespoons of sesame tahini (5).
- Two tablespoons of sunflower nuts (5).
- Two tablespoons of almonds, cashews, or walnuts (5).
How can I add extra protein to the foods in my diet? You can increase the amount of protein in your meals by adding protein foods to your dishes or drinks.
- Powdered milk added to whole milk, pudding, yogurt or baked goods.
- Cheese added to sandwiches, omelettes, burritos, or beans.
- Low-fat milk added to omelettes.
- Nuts and peanut butter added to cookies.
- Extra cheese or eggs added to casseroles.
- Meat added to lasagna or spaghetti.
- Yogurt and milk added to fruit smoothies.
- Beans and cheese added to salads.
- Cheese added to vegetables or potatoes.
CARE AGREEMENT:
You have the right to help plan your care. To help with this plan, you must learn about your diet. You can then discuss treatment options with your caregivers. Work with them to decide what care may be used to treat you. You always have the right to refuse treatment.
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