How to get enough protein???

ELeiser

I've read the stickys, adjusted my numbers per the Scooby site and checked the New Lifting Rules for Women out of the library. According to the numbers I should be getting 151g of protein a day. I've always had a problem with getting enough. Enough so that I was using protein powder when I was pregnant. Are there certain things that are better than others? I'm going to get some more powder so that I can makes shakes for after a workout. Should I drink one after every workout or just lifting???

Thanks for the help!

photojunkie28

I rarely have a problem hitting my protein macro. I attribute this mainly to protein shakes (since I generally start and end my day with one), raw almonds (protein and healthy fat the same time) and whatever lean meat I have for dinner. The easiest way to stay on track is simply to divide the protein into 6 meals and make sure you hit that number each meal. For you that would mean 25-26g per meal. I think if you just make a list of good for you proteins and make sure you eat those things consistantly each week you should be able to stay on track.

twinmomtwice4

I drink a protein shake every day or if I'm out and can't make a shake, I'll eat a protein bar.

Here are some good protein ideas:

nuts and nut butters
eggs
fish and seafood (excellent source of protein)
lean red meat
chicken, pork and turkey
greek yogurt (I usually eat the Fage brand and an 8 oz serving as 23 grams!)
low-fat cheese
cottage cheese (great source of protein!)

You can also add protein powder to your oatmeal and other foods.

ELeiser

Thanks!

wfte

I struggle too sometimes. I find myself getting a lot of mine from low fat dairies. Low fat cheese, semi skimmed milk, low fat yogurt. Added bonus is I once saw a show where they did an experiment and concluded high dairy diet can help prevent the body absorbing fat. If this is accurate it can only be a bonus. :-)