Pack-A-Punch Fruit: Fruit High In Protein

Many people don't consider looking at fruit when working out they daily protein intake, but it may come as a surprise that some fruit are actually loaded with protein. Protein is an essential part to our daily lives as each cell in the human body contains protein. Protein is paramount to repairing your cells and creating new ones, this is why bodybuilders care so much about it. According to the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI), you should consume 0.36 grams of protein per pound (0.8 grams per kg) of body weight and these fruit might just get you there:

Guava

Guava provide 4,21g of protein for every one cup and is the most protein dense fruit. Guava is also packed with vital vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, magnesium and antioxidants.

Avocado

The bodybuilders staple fruit, the avocado has 2.9g of protein per cup. Avocados are also one of the favorite sources of healthy fat among dieters. Avocados are packed with potassium and fatty acids

Jackfruit

This Asian classic is actually a great source of protein, containing 2.84g of protein per cup. The jackfruit is also high in vitamin B6. Unlike most other fruits the jackfruit is very low on sugar and has a meat-like texture, this makes the jackfruit a delicious replacement for meat in vegan/vegetarian recipes.

Prunes

Only half a cup of prunes contains 2.44g of protein, but prunes also have a high fiber content. However prunes are known for their laxative qualities so be careful about the amount of prunes you consume.

Apricot

Apricots contain 2.31g of protein per cup. These sweet fruits are delicious both fresh and dried and are packed with vitamins A and C.

These fruits are all easy to incorporate in your diet and are clearly packed with protein. So whether you are vegan or not, you can always fulfill your protein requirements by consuming fruit. Just be careful because fruits are packed with sugars which could be detrimental to any diet.

By Reinvent 101

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