Protein And Vitality

It is good to try and maintain a healthy level of protein while maintaining a low intake of calories and cholesterol. It is true that with red meats you do take in a heavier amount of calories and saturated fat and with other sources this count is much lower. Choosing a healthier cut of lean meat and combining that with healthy cooked vegetables and grains would be a pretty good answer to getting the right proteins and the right combo of vitamins and minerals as well. With a little research and some intention you are able to maintain and enjoy the benefits of a strong body, mind, and working cells. It is nice to have a strong force within you and supply the body with the energy it needs to keep your cellular design running smoothly. Balance is the key.
Fish have a nice intake of grams of protein versus the caloric count and the amount of cholesterol that is found in them compared to the caloric intake and cholesterol found in many red meats. They do pose a risk if not chosen with care though. If you choose fish blindly you could potentially find yourself with a larger than normal dose of mercury which has the potential of harm for the body. They also provide a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids. These acids are known for increasing longevity and declining the risk of some diseases. It is important to note that not all fish sources have a high amount of this Omega 3 fatty acid. Another great aspect of getting your protein from fish is that it is high in leukotrienes which help to protect the lining of the blood vessels.
It is also important when choosing a protein source to acknowledge the sustainability of the Earth and whether this source is being brought to you in awareness. Some groups have found a way to bring you information on just that subject. One of those groups is a site at www.mbayaq.org/cr/seafoodwatch.asp . This site is focused on your source of fish. It is almost always a good choice to go for wild-caught Alaskan salmon and Pacific cod.
Another very important action that protein plays is to provide amino acids to the body that assist the body in breaking down its own proteins. These proteins maintain a healthy balance for many aspects of the body including skin, hair, and connective tissues. This energy through breakdown and processing throughout the body, when found in easier to digest protein sources, will also give your body a stronger energetic presence and vitality. To continue the chain of thought here, this energy is also sustained for the transportation of many of the essential components of a strong healthy body environment. Some of these components are iron, oxygen, and vitamin A.
In people who have had severe physical trauma, as well as the elderly, there is a need for more protein intake to maintain a healthy body but generally most people can eat a balanced diet of protein eating meats, nuts, seeds, beans, vegetables, and grains. The benefit of eating moderate amounts of meat protein vs. non meat protein is the concentrated amounts of many nutrients, like zinc, iron, and vitamin B12, which are harder to find in plant foods alone. Meat also provides a different form of iron than plants. Heme iron is found only in animals and while 40% of this iron is absorbed by the body, non-heme iron that is found in plants is only absorbed at about 3-8%. This is why it is important to have a well balanced protein intake if you sustain on a vegetable based diet alone.