Thursday, 8th May 2014
At nearly 40 grams of protein per can, tuna fish has all the essentials to be the perfect muscle building food.
Tuna is low in fat, high in protein and an essential form of omega-3 fatty acids, which helps combat against heart disease and certain cancers and can lower cholesterol levels.
Not to mention tuna fish can be used for a variety of meals, which makes it an easy choice for many.
Canned tuna is a wonder food for bodybuilders and fitness lovers. Not only does tuna provide nutrients the body needs to maintain health, but those nutrients (protein, carbs and fat) are balanced in such a way that makes tuna idea for fitness and weight loss programs.
Tuna in water or brine is low in fat and calories and has zero carbs. A very cost effects method for increasing your protein intake.
Best eaten. Straight from the packaging, in a sandwich, mixed with salad or in a wholemeal bagel.