By MACROS | Published on August 8, 2016
Firing up the barbecue during the final weeks of summer is a must, but don’t limit yourself to chicken, steaks and sausages. Add these tasty protein-packed foods to the flames and reap the nutritious rewards.
1. Salmon
Salmon is perfect for the BBQ because it cooks fast and it’s packed with protein. It also lowers blood pressure, which could decrease your chances of suffering a stroke by 26%, according to the American Academy of Neurology. All in all, you should feel calmer knowing your muscle building is in such safe fins.
2. Ostrich
Ostrich may not help you sprint faster, but it will help put lean meat on your bones. This bird is pumped with more muscle-building protein and minerals than chicken and beef, but has less fat than both, according to a study at Goce Delcev University of Stip, Macedonia. You’ll go from light as a feather to beefcake in no time.
3. Venison
Although it’s a red meat like beef or mutton, venison is most certainly in a class of its own when it comes to leanness, meaning it’s a great aid for building muscle while not contaminating your body with low-density lipoprotein (bad) cholesterol, according to researchers at Penn State University, US.
4. Swordfish
This is arguably the coolest looking fish in the sea, and it also tastes amazing on the grill. It has a thick texture and is packed with protein, making it ideal for all burly blokes looking for a brawn-building meal. Plus, it’s jam-packed with vitamin D which can help prevent weight gain, found research by the Endrocrine Society.
