India, Nov. 23 -- Whenever people talk about 'eating better,' these days, it always circles back to protein. It is the thing that keeps you from getting hungry two hours later and helps your muscles stay intact instead of slowly fading as you age. Chicken and fish are usually at the top of the list because they are easy to find all over the world and can be added to a variety of dishes.

Both of these count as good sources of protein and contain all nine essential amino acids your body cannot make. So which one is a better source of protein?

Let us break down the benefits of each for an easier comparison:

Chicken is the most basic protein source, many people start with. Studies have shown that swapping out heavy, processed meats for pou...