Proteins: what are they all in?

Proteins are among the macronutrients along with fats and carbohydrates. They provide us with energy, but are also involved in many important processes in the body. For example, our body uses the amino acids from protein in repairing and building muscle mass. As a strength athlete, it is therefore important to get enough protein daily. But what are lots of proteins in? In this XXL Nutrition blog, we share the best protein-rich foods as well as supplements!

High protein products

Have you just started exercising and see the importance of protein? Then you must be looking for products high in protein. Fortunately, food high in protein is not difficult to find. There are many products that contain a lot of protein. In fact, protein is found in both animal and plant products.

When putting together a healthy and effective diet plan, it is important to make sure you get enough protein. That's why we wrote in another blog about how much protein per day is needed for strength athletes. Have you determined how much protein you need daily? Then you can start shaping your diet and choose healthy protein-rich foods.

You can think of foods high in protein such as meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy, nuts, tofu, beans, legumes, oatmeal and Whey Protein protein powder. As you can see, you can get protein from animal foods and plant foods. Below we will explain to you more about the difference between these protein sources.