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To be honest, things aren't easy in Nigeria right now. Prices go up almost every week, and by the time you get to the market, you're often shocked that the same amount that used to buy so much last month can now barely buy a fraction of that.

Because of this hardship, one thing many people forget is balanced diet. Balanced diet simply means eating food that contains all the important nutrients your body needs, protein, carbohydrate, fat and oil, vitamins, everything, all in one meal or across your day. But with the way the economy is biting right now, achieving that kind balance don’t become luxury for many homes.

If you can't afford to eat a fully balanced meal every single day, at least try to make sure the little you're eating still has protein in it. Protein is not something you should skip, because it's the one that builds and repairs your body, keeps your muscles strong, and helps your immune system fight sickness. Skipping it for too long is how people start feeling weak, tired, and run down without even knowing why. Below are some food containing protein which you can add to your diet.
1. Beans

This is the real MVP of Nigerian kitchens. Whether it's ewa agoyin, moi moi, akara, or just porridge beans with garri, one cup of cooked beans gives you around 15g of protein. It's filling, it's cheap, and it keeps you strong till your next meal. If you're broke this month, beans should be your best friend.
2. Eggs

Nothing beats an egg for value. A single egg gives you about 6g of protein and it's one of the most "complete" protein sources you can get, meaning it has all the amino acids your body needs. Boil it, fry it, scramble it, put it in your noodles, it doesn't matter. Eggs are cheap, quick, and reliable.
3. Groundnuts (Peanuts)

Don't underestimate this small nut. 100g of groundnuts can give you up to 26g of protein. A handful with garden egg, banana, or just on its own as a snack is enough to hold you down between meals. It's affordable, portable, and you can buy it in any small quantity that fits your pocket.
4. Egusi (Melon Seeds)

Egusi isn't just for making your soup thick and delicious, it's actually a strong protein source too, giving about 24-27g per 100g. Combine it with a little fish or crayfish, and you've got yourself a properly protein-packed soup without spending on meat.
5. Chicken Parts (Wings, Necks, Gizzard)

If you still want that meat feeling without paying premium prices, go for the parts, wings, necks, gizzard. They're way cheaper than a full chicken or chicken breast but still give you that protein and satisfaction.
The Bottom Line

You don't have to be rich to eat protein-rich meals in Nigeria. The truth is, most of these foods are already sitting in your kitchen or your local market, you just need to be intentional about including them in what you eat. Mix your beans with a little egg here, add crayfish there, throw in some groundnut as a snack, and gradually, you'll notice you're eating far better than you think, even on a tight budget.

Economy hard, no doubt. But your health shouldn't suffer because of it. Small, smart choices with what's available and affordable can still keep your body strong and well-fed.

Beans?.... Beans is more of a carbohydrate than protein. I hope you know we were taught mostly rubbish in primary school/ jss

mecuries:
Beans?.... Beans is more of a carbohydrate than protein. I hope you know we were taught mostly rubbish in primary school/ jss

Pure starch

Maybe black beans, kidney beans and fio fio is more proteinous

mecuries:
Beans?.... Beans is more of a carbohydrate than protein. I hope you know we were taught mostly rubbish in primary school/ jss

ITK
Who doesn’t know that?

Who doesn’t know that beans has more carbs than protein? Beans is the cheapest source of Protein for a common man. Not just protein and Carbs, it also has fiber. It’s is probably the best food.

mecuries:
Beans?.... Beans is more of a carbohydrate than protein. I hope you know we were taught mostly rubbish in primary school/ jss

We weren't taught rubbish. Research methods got better and experts found out that beans had more carbs than protein

Beans all day...and we have varieties

The eggs that you say is cheap. Which of them are you referring to. Garden eggs.
I am sure you are not referring to chicken eggs.

One Tinubu supporter on this platform told me he breeds quail for protein.

Qwikkie:
1. Beans
This is the real MVP of Nigerian kitchens. Whether it's ewa agoyin, moi moi, akara, or just porridge beans with garri, one cup of cooked beans gives you around 15g of protein. It's filling, it's cheap, and it keeps you strong till your next meal. If you're broke this month, beans should be your best friend.

Beans have more carbohydrates than protein!
Three times more carbs to be exact

This is interesting....in all thy getting, get wisdom

mecuries:
Beans?.... Beans is more of a carbohydrate than protein. I hope you know we were taught mostly rubbish in primary school/ jss

Its not rubbish

The percentage of protein in beans is very high

Best protein is chicken breast, beef and fish.

You dont need any textbook. Just eat them often you will see results.

Lastly when eating swallow let the soup plenty and drink/lick enough soup

AyobamiOluwole:
ITK
Who doesn’t know that?

Who doesn’t know that beans has more carbs than protein? Beans is the cheapest source of Protein for a common man. Not just protein and Carbs, it also has fiber. It’s is probably the best food.

But listen to how you sound.
You couldn't respond to a very healthy criticism without sounding bitter and angry.

I knew they would come for beans.

SmartPolician:
We weren't taught rubbish. Research methods got better and experts found out that beans had more carbs than protein

Among plant based foods, beans has the highest protein content per weight.
It contains carbs as well but doesn't change the fact it's a good protein source

QuinQQ:
Beans has more carbohydrates than protein!

But it has protein, That's all that matters. It is cheap and has resistant starch

ElevationD, you said Tinubu's policies have made gadgets expensive in Nigeria. As an alternative to eating gadgets, someone has done a comprehensive list of nutritious food that you can eat to satiety without eating your gadgets.

Thank you.

ElevationD:
Did he “crash” the price of beef? Did he “crash” the price of the phone in your hand, or you are not aware that his policies form the major reasons for the unreasonable prices of gadgets in the market?

ElevationD, stop eating gadgets. Semiconductors, capacitors, and lithium are not food. Lithium is poisonous when ingested which explains why no one eats phone batteries. Please stop it.

Finally, you do not need phone network in your stomach. Please eat some eggs and maintain a healthy life style by not eating phones.

Babalegba:
But it has protein, That's all that matters. It is cheap and has resistant starch

Everything has protein. Beans have 3 times more carbs than protein

Can poor masses still be able to afford egg in this economy?

One of the achievements of APC administration. Food crises.

Even Cowbell join luxury meals.

They are busy building costal road up and down for malnourished Nigerians.

Travesty. Nigeria.

Wealthy individual consume more protein than starch, while it is vice versa for the poor.

ARISHEM:
The eggs that you say is cheap. Which of them are you referring to. Garden eggs
I am sure you are not referring to chicken eggs.

e reach to ask oo, ... Egg cheap ?

Groundnuts 🫘 are a reliable source of protein..... crunchy and tasty 😋.

Chicken and meat come only when you have money for them.

So it's gotten to this level. Chai
See title

QuinQQ:
Beans has more carbohydrates than protein!
Three times more carbs to be exact

tell agbero chairman to nack you like 7 bullion vans and eat whatever you like . If you have a president that is the CEO of bullion vans manufacturing company in the world,why will you lack anything

You lost me at cheap eggs, it's not expensive, but it ain't cheap

Go fishing urself
That is the surest way
Any else is now very expensive

And Tinubu and he fellow goons of Governor are all running almost in opposed

mecuries:
Beans?.... Beans is more of a carbohydrate than protein. I hope you know we were taught mostly rubbish in primary school/ jss

really? I never knew, or is this a sarcasm?

This is the real MVP of Nigerian kitchens. Whether it's ewa agoyin, moi moi, akara, or just porridge beans with garri, one cup of cooked beans gives you around 15g of protein. It's filling, it's cheap, and it keeps

ARISHEM:
The eggs that you say is cheap. Which of them are you referring to. Garden eggs
I am sure you are not referring to chicken eggs.

You deh mind OP, I just deh read that eggs part with one kind eye sha

AyobamiOluwole:
ITK
Who doesn’t know that?

Who doesn’t know that beans has more carbs than protein? Beans is the cheapest source of Protein for a common man. Not just protein and Carbs, it also has fiber. It’s is probably the best food.

Best food indeed! Lol

Better find out why EU banned our beans since 2013 when they been warning us since 2008? Best food indeed. See eh...cancer go kill more and more.