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Protein is important as it helps to build muscle and supports muscle recovery after exercise . Some kids don ' t get enough . The latest Canadian stats report that 57 % of teen boys are falling short of the Food Guide recommended 3 servings of meat and alternatives per day . Include protein-rich foods throughout the day , at each meal and snack .
Protein supplements are not needed . They are costly and can ’ t match the nutritional benefits from whole foods . Protein bars are often high in sugar or sugar alcohols and / or fibre which can cause stomach upset .
Know your protein sources
While we can get protein from a variety of foods , it ’ s good to know which ones have the most .
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Quinoa Bread Pasta Rice
Tofu Beans Hummus Eggs Nuts / seeds
Lentils Cheese / yogurt Milk Yogurt Soy beverage
Beef Pork Turkey Chicken Fish
Source : Eat Right Ontario ( Sept ., 2017 )