The USDA explains that in general, 1 ounce of meat, poultry or fish, ¼ cup cooked beans, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, or ½ ounce of nuts or seeds can be considered as 1 ounce equivalent from the Protein Foods Group. When working on Your Best You it is very likely that your nutrition plan calls for a much larger amount of daily protein than you normally eat. This resource is intended to help you find foods, and incorporate delicious recipes, that help you to include the necessary
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