Shruti Smaranika 3rd Dec, 2020

Hello aspirant,

Protein is the necessary yet basic component found in living beings and is made up of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, hydrogen and one/more chains of amino acids. Three types of proteins are-

• Fibrous proteins that are formed and found in muscle fibers, tendons and connective tissues. Ex- Actin, Collagen, Nebulin, Myosin, Elastin etc.
• Globular Proteins that are water soluble in nature an helps in transporting nd regulating the bodily functions. Ex- Albumins, Fibrin, Thrombin, Myoglobin, Hemoglobin etc.
• Membrane Proteins that relay signals and allow interaction within cells and also in transporting molecules. Ex- Histones, Rhodopsin, Hydrolases etc.

Foods present in proteins are- Tuna Fish, Soya beans, Cheese, Almonds, Eggs, Spinach, Yoghurt etc.

Hope, it helps you.

chinchujoseph1993 3rd Dec, 2020

Hello,

Protein is a macronutrient which is very essential for maintaining and repairing body tissues.

Below I have mentioned some of the food source rich in Protein:

• Eggs
• ALmonds
• Oats
• Cottage Cheese
• Greek Yogurt
• Milk
• Brocolli
• Tuna
• Quinoa
• Lentils
• Pumkin Seeds
• Fish'
• Shrimp
• Peanuts

LEntils are a very good option for VEgans

Good Luck