Strange Seafood Protein Sources
As promised in my earlier article on Ultimate Ab Workout Men I’m going to share with you some of my unusual sources of protein.
Protein is without a doubt the best way to build muscles, burn fat and achieve our physical goals. But in order to achieve that look you need to feed your body only the best of the best sources of protein you can find. But remember that quantity is equally as important as quality. To build as much muscle as possible you must consume 1 gram of protein for every pound of body weight. Bookmark this page now, or write down the information as it will serve you well in the future.
First Up – Cod
Yeh baby, Cod rocks when it comes to unsaturated fats, there’s just 0.5 grams contained in every 100 grams! You can also grab your RDA of magnesium in just 300 grams of Cod. Magnesium provides energy while you train and it assists your muscles while contracting, lowering the risk of muscle cramp.
The bad: It’s high in sodium (salt) but begrudging a seawater fish for being too salty is like resenting a lap dancer for wearing tassels.
I highly recommend serving Cod with a nice big portion of broccoli. The contents of Cod and broccoli contain a great supply of selenium and sulforaphane, both of which have amazing effects on cancer cells.
Another Unlikely Source – Clams
Clams and other molluscs are very rich in vitamin B12, which benefits your nervous system and helps your body metabolise proteins, carbs and fats. Molluscs also contain selenium, over twice the amount of your RDA to be precise. If you find that your muscles become stiff after workouts its a good idea to get as much selenium into your diet as you possibly can as it relaxes your muscles preventing cramp.
Clams are high in cholesterol, so if you have a cholesterol problem its probably best if you just avoid them. however, recent studies at A&M University have found that cholesterol can help to build muscle, but only for people with normal cholesterol levels.
The best plate partner for molluscs is a tomato. They are rich in vitamin C, and this can increase the absorption rate of the iron found in the clams.
