Please help with protein intake.

pita7317
pita7317 Posts: 1,437 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Just ending week 5 on MFP. Joined in 2009 but never used it.
I have made some major changes in my eating habits, all of which I am happy with except protein.
I read that women should consume a min of 46 grams a day.
I would like to increase my intake by 10-15 grams a day . Currently about 35 a day.
How can I do this without adding a lot of extra calories at the same time ?
My daily calorie goal right now is 1385. Which is just fine and stay right at that limit 90% of the time.
Thanks for your suggestions in advance.

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  • cindirookbanman
    cindirookbanman Posts: 71 Member
    Eggs and eggwhites are you new best friend for low-cal protein. Could also look into some protein powder if you do shakes at all

    Oh, I forgot cottage cheese and liberte greek yogurt!
  • missmegan831
    missmegan831 Posts: 824 Member
    Protein shakes or shots... tuna or any kind of fish...handful of nuts some eggs?!?!.... I personally use Whey Protein shots as a protein booster as my protein was also below what it needed to be, they have 42 grams of protein per shot, taste like fruity jello shots and are easy and quick for on the go..
  • socioseguro
    socioseguro Posts: 1,679 Member
    Hi

    My favorite protein sources:

    Greek Yogurt
    Cottage cheese
    Beans
    Quinoa
    Chickpeas
    Lentils
    Tofu
    Chicken breast
    Eggs
    Fish

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