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Protein 101
Including the right amount of protein in your diet is certainly important.
Short answer: One size does not fit all.
How much protein does fruit contain?
registered dietician nutritionist
So, back to the original question: Is fruit a good source of plant-based protein?
The answer is… not really.
Plus, you may be wondering:Can you eat too much fruit?
The point here is that you shouldnt be relying on fruit alone for your protein intake.
Smoothies can also be great options.
Here, a list of seven relatively high-protein fruits to choose from.
Guava
A third of a cup of this tropical fruit will give you three grams of protein.
Try it cubed on top of a greek yogurt bowl with chopped nuts for a protein-packed breakfast combo.
Avocado
If youre looking for an excuse to eat more avocado, heres one of many.
registered dietician nutritionist
Blackberries
These sweet, tart treats boast the most protein of the berry bunch at two grams per cup.
Throw into asmoothiewith nut butter or oats, or top a bowl of cottage cheese.
Apricots
Four small apricots will get you two grams of plant-based protein.
Eat the skin for even more fiber (yes, really).
Oranges
Amongmany other health benefits, the mighty orange yields one gram of protein per medium-sized fruit.
TrySumo Citrusfor a candy-like treat, without the sugar crash.
One more reason to love fruit?
It helps you poop!
Learn which are best for regularity by checking out this video:
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