Protein, Carbs and Fat Content of Chicken, etc.
| Protein Content of Common Bodybuilding Foods Chicken is one of the most popular sources of protein for bodybuilders and those trying to lose weight. Listed below is the protein content, carb content and fat content of chicken turkey, duck and other poultry. Use this guide to help put together the right combination of carbs and protein for your personal goals. Most bodybuilders use a protein supplement in addition to whole foods to meet their daily protein requirement. If you are interested in protein supplements, see our protein page or go directly to discount bodybuilding supplements. |
Protein, Carbs and Fat Content in Chicken
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Chicken can basically be divided
into white meat (breast) or dark
meat (thighs and legs). Basically,
the thighs and legs have higher
fat content per ounce of meat
than the breast. This is partially
because chickens need more
endurance in their legs, which is
provided by the energy that is
stored in fatty tissue.
As far as nutrition and protein
goes, both types of chicken meat
are excellent sources of high
quality protein for your diet.
As bodybuilders know, chicken
and tuna are, gram for gram,
probably the least expensive
sources of protein you will find
anywhere.
Chicken dark meat may contain
more fat than white meat, but also
has more vitamin B, and iron than
white meat. Dark chicken also
contains more zinc, riboflavin,
niacin, thiamin, vitamins B6 and
B12.
Be sure to avoid eating the skin of
the chicken, as this is almost all
fat and no real nutritional value!
into white meat (breast) or dark
meat (thighs and legs). Basically,
the thighs and legs have higher
fat content per ounce of meat
than the breast. This is partially
because chickens need more
endurance in their legs, which is
provided by the energy that is
stored in fatty tissue.
As far as nutrition and protein
goes, both types of chicken meat
are excellent sources of high
quality protein for your diet.
As bodybuilders know, chicken
and tuna are, gram for gram,
probably the least expensive
sources of protein you will find
anywhere.
Chicken dark meat may contain
more fat than white meat, but also
has more vitamin B, and iron than
white meat. Dark chicken also
contains more zinc, riboflavin,
niacin, thiamin, vitamins B6 and
B12.
Be sure to avoid eating the skin of
the chicken, as this is almost all
fat and no real nutritional value!
| Here is some info specific to Perdue Chicken Products |
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