PROTEIN

One of the best things that you can do to help with muscular dystrophy (MD) is make sure that you are eating a proper diet.  Your diet should include a high amount of protein.  The muscles use protein to build muscle, so therefore a lack of protein will make the breakdown of the muscles accelerate in someone with muscular dystrophy.

It is estimated that the average man should consume at least 56 grams of protein per day, and the average woman should consume at least 46 grams per day.   People with muscular dystrophy should consume additional protein above the daily suggested limits.

Since people with muscular dystrophy are typically less active it is best to have a high protein diet.  This high protein diet will help with the muscular dystrophy and reduce weight gain.  Here is a list of high protein foods.

1.    Chicken/turkey

2.    Fish

3.    Cheese

4.    Lean pork

5.    Lean beef

6.    Tofu

7.    Beans

8.    Eggs

9.    Yogurt, milk, coconut or soy milk,

10. Nuts

With our busy lifestyle, it is easy to not eat properly.  Another method of obtaining the proper amount of protein daily are protein shakes, drinks and bars which are available at many retail locations.