Feed Scarborough Presents: Food Literacy and the Power of Protein!

 

Everything you need to know about Food Literacy and the Power of Protein!   

Scroll Down for Quiz: Participants can receive an additional 10 points to use at the Feed Scarborough free community grocery store! 

What is Food Literacy?

Food literacy is having the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to choose, grow, prepare, and enjoy healthy food to support one's health, community and their environment.

Why Food Literacy Matters! 

Understanding food literacy can:

• Strengthen your skills in preparing healthier and delicious meals
• Increase solidarity to others with respect to food and eating
• Feel better, both physically and mentally

                                   Essential Nutrient: #1 PROTEIN

                  (Stay tuned for essential nutrient #2 coming soon!) 

 What is Protein? 

Protein is a macronutrient that is made of small compounds called amino acids. Even though protein is commonly associated and found in animal products. It can also be found in other non-animal protein sources such as vegetables, tofu, nuts, and beans. 

Why is Protein Important?

Protein provides calories and energy to sustain your body in everyday life. It is a nutrient found in food that the body needs in large amounts and is essential for the maintenance and building of body tissues and muscle.

Did You Know?

The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for daily protein intake is 0.8 grams of protein multiply by your individual body weight. For example, 0.8 g x 70kg = 56 grams, is the daily protein intake a person weighing 70kg (154 pounds) should be consuming. 

Healthy Sources of Protein

• 1/4 cup of Almonds = 8 grams of protein
• 1 cup of cooked Black-eyed Peas = 13 grams of protein
• 1 cup of cooked Chickpeas = 15 grams of protein
• 1/2 cup of Plain Cottage Cheese = 11 grams of protein
• 1 cup of cooked Kidney Beans = 15 grams of protein
• 1 cup of cooked Lentils = 18 grams of protein
• 1 cup of cooked Lima Beans = 15 grams of protein
• 1/2 cup of Rolled Oats = 13.15 grams of protein
•  2 Tablespoons of Peanut Butter = 8 grams of protein
• 1 cup of cooked Pinto Beans = 15 grams of protein 
• 1 cup of cooked Quinoa = 8 grams of protein 
• 1/2 cup of Cooked Ground Chicken = 22 grams of protein 
• 1 cup of cooked Soybeans = 29 grams of protein
• 1 cup of Plain Soy Milk = 7 grams of protein
• 1/4 cup of Sunflower Seeds = 6 grams of protein
• Half a cup of Tofu (regular) = 10 grams of protein
• 1 3 oz. can of Chuck Light Tuna = 16 grams of protein
• 2 Slices of Whole Wheat Bread = 7 grams of protein

Protein-source vegetables include:

• Asparagus 1 cup = 4.3 grams of protein 
• Avocado, per 1 avocado = 4 grams of protein
• Broccoli 1 cup = 4 grams of protein 
• Brussels Sprouts 1 cup = 3 grams of protein
• Mushrooms 1 cup = 5 grams of protein
• Peas 1 cup = 9 grams of protein 
• Potatoes/Sweet Potatoes 1 cup cooked = 2.3 grams protein
• Spinach 1 cup cooked = 5 grams of protein

ALL ABOUT PROTEIN! 

Take the quiz to receive an extra 10 points on your next grocery order!

Scroll Down to find all of Feed Scarborough's Protein-Rich Grocery Food Items. 

     

                 

                      

 

               
                  

Scarborough Food Security Initiative       

 2229 Kingston Road

 Scarborough ON M1N 1T8

 For more information contact us at:

 info@feedscarborough.ca

 416-936-3975