Date:  September 19, 2006         

Key Points:

1. Most commonly recognized Protein sources are: Meat, Poultry, Dairy including Eggs & Cheese, and Fish.

2. The healthiest higher quality lower fat choices are Fish, Skinless Trimmed Poultry, 1 Whole Egg & 2 Egg Whites, and Lowfat Dairy including Cheeses.

3. Most people can get their adequate amount of daily protein by eating 3 to 4 servings per day.

4. An average serving size of meat and poultry is the size of a deck of cards; Fish is usually the size of 1 1/2 Decks of cards; Eggs are 1 whole plus 2 whites; Lowfat cheese is a slice to 1 1/2 slices; Regular high fat cheese is approximately 2 - one inch cubes.

5. Enjoy the higher quality, lower fat choices and limit red meat intake to 2-3 times per week.

6. Alternative Protein Sources such as Legumes & Soy (see topic: 9/26/06)

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