Center for Young Women's Health
I’m not a vegetarian. I eat chicken rarely, and I sometimes drink milk, but I don’t have any other source of protein. How do I get protein in my diet?Great question! Protein is really important to eat because it helps build bones and muscles. It acts as a building block for enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals that are … read more
Articles Tagged: protein
Do I get enough protein in my diet?
You need protein every day to help build muscles and enzymes that help your body function. Take our quiz to see if you are eating the right amount of protein
Sports and Nutrition: Fueling Your Performance
Just as a car runs best with a full tank of gas, your body needs the right kind of fuel from food in order to perform at its best. A … read more
Legumes
Foods such as beans, lentils, chickpeas, lupins, and peas are known as legumes. They are edible seeds grown in pods. Legumes are good sources of protein and fiber, and are used in many … read more
Protein
Protein is needed to build and repair your muscles, make hair and skin, fight against infections, and carry oxygen in your blood. Proteins are made up of twenty different building … read more
Begin with Breakfast
Even though it can be hard to make time for breakfast when you’re rushing to school in the morning, there are many benefits of eating a healthy breakfast. Eating breakfast … read more
Soy
Soy refers to products such as soy milk, cheese, yogurt, tofu, ice cream, and other foods are all made from soybeans. Soy foods have recently become more popular in the … read more
How can I convince my parents that being a vegetarian is healthy?
How can I convince my parent(s) that being a vegetarian is healthy – that I don’t have to eat meat to get enough protein? Following a balanced vegetarian diet can … read more
What can I do about feeling hungry all the time?
These days I’ve been so hungry and I never seem to be full so I keep eating. What do you suggest I do to get full and not be so … read more