Protein foods include more than just animals (meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs) but also plants (beans, soy products, nuts, and seeds). We all need protein but most Americans eat more than they need. Well the question is, how much is enough?
Most people from ages 9 and older should eat 5 to 7 ounces of protein foods each day. There are several easy tips for choosing a variety of foods that will help you get that protein intake where it should be: