Just like with losing weight, nutrition and dieting are the most crucial part of training and building muscle. It's just physically impossible to build muscle without the right kind of fuel, and that fuel is food. I'd like to really emphasize the phrase ''the right kind of fuel'' because not all foods have the same nutritional value. Without proper dieting, it is almost impossible to see any results and your physical progress will surely stall. In order to build lean muscle mass, you will need to consume quality protein-rich foods. And you have to eat a lot of it. Protein is the key component in building muscle, but good carbs and fat are just as important. Fats and carbs are the best sources for energy and you can't train as efficiently while low on energy. The key here is to have the right balance of all three in your diet. But as I said at the beginning of this article it is important to get the right kind of fuel aka eating the right food! So here is a list of top 6 best foods for building lean muscle: 1. EggsEggs are great for building muscle. They are one of the best and most inexpensive sources for protein. Eggs are packed tight with loads of amino acids, B vitamins, and healthy fats. Also, there are almost no carbohydrates in eggs. It's no wonder that eggs are often called the perfect source for protein 2. ChickenChicken is my number 1 meat when it comes to dieting in general. Chicken breast is both good for muscle building and for losing weight. Also, it's cheap, high in protein, low in carbs and fats, and low in calories. In 100 grams of chicken breast, there are about 20-25 grams of protein. 3. Cottage CheeseCottage cheese is another favorite for me. Cottage cheese is protein-rich. More precisely the protein in cottage cheese is called casein. Casein is a slow digestive protein, which makes cottage cheese a great and healthy thing to eat before sleep. 4. NutsNuts are one of the greatest sources for vegetarian protein. There are about 15-20 grams of protein in 100 grams of nuts. Nuts are also filled with healthy fats. Meaning they are high in calories (good calories. There are about 600 calories in 100 grams, which makes them a MUST for anyone who is struggling to gain weight! 5. SalmonSalmon is a must-have in any diet. They are super healthy food in general. There are about 18-20 grams of protein in 100 grams of salmon. Salmon contains a lot of omega-3 fatty acids and various b vitamins. Salmon is a must have in any diet. They are super healthy in general. 6. BeefWho doesn't love beef? Beef is definitely one of the most popular foods and it has been used in muscle building diets forever. And there is a good reason for that. Beef is high in protein and contains all the essential amino acids (Overall beef has a very complete amino acid profile). Also, beef contains B vitamins and a small amount of creatine.
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