It is indisputable that you need to build your muscles for a stronger and healthier body so watch what you eat. You may have signed up for the gym, this is important but will not get you far if you keep on consuming foods that are not muscle-building and rich in lean protein.
These are food you should be eating which are good for muscle-building as well as lean in protein:
Shrimps
Shrimps are almost pure protein, and also contain healthy fats and carbs. Add some shrimps to your diet. Like many other animal proteins, shrimps contain a high amount of the amino acid leucine, which is necessary for optimal muscle growth.
Eggs
The cholesterol found in egg yolks serves as the scaffolding for steroid hormones, and the half a gram of leucine in each egg is like throwing gasoline on your muscle-building fire.
Milk
Milk is a blend of protein, carbohydrates, and fats. It contains both fast- and slow-digesting proteins which are thought to be beneficial for muscle growth.
Nuts
Nuts contain protein, fats, and fibre, that allow you to get the extra calories you need without impacting negatively your waistline. Nuts such as cashew and almonds also contain high-quality calories; which makes them a good snack option.
Lean beef
Lean beef contains a muscle-building combination of protein like essential amino acids, B-vitamins, and creatine. Beef also contains a mixture of saturated fat, which can support healthy testosterone levels, and monounsaturated fat, for heart health.