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lilmissbamaqueen
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I am finding that I need more protein for energy, but I don't want to add a lot of calories. Does anyone have suggestions for protein-rich foods that wouldn't kill me on calories? I don't eat fish, so that's out.
Thanks!
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Chicken is a lean meat that has a good amount of protein. Also try beans and green veggies.0
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A lot of the super fitness nuts say eggs are huge staples for them.....0
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Greek yogurt? Chobani only has 140-160 calories and 14grams of protein. Or you could buy a protein shake/powder and for 90 calories get up to 20 grams of protein in one scoop...0
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Beef jerky is a good snack. Lots of protein, not a lot of calories.0
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I have been having the same issue. Chicken and Fish does it for me. Also, there's this protein bar called Quest. Although I think the protein bars taste horrible, these bars have 20g of Protein and are considered one of the best on the market. Calorie count is also reasonable. I usually have one after a really good workout.0
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Fage Total 0% Greek Yogurt has 10g protein per 100g and 59 calories0
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Fish.0
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you might like to try quorn- a vegetable based protein which is low in fat. its available as "mince" or "chicken-style pieces", you can make favourites like spag bol, chile, curries etc which are low in calories.0
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Protein shakes and cottage cheese are good too.0
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Extra Lean Chicken Breast
30% protein, about 1% fat
100g worth has approximately the same nutritional macros as a protein shake0 -
Beef sirloin0
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Chicken breasts
Egg whites
Whole Eggs
Protein Shakes
Lean Beef
Lean ground turkey0 -
In calorie/protein bang for your buck order:
Lean meat.
Eggs.
Fish.
Milk/Cheese/Yogurt.
Beans.
Also, Google is helpful for these kinds of questions.0 -
protein powder is my go-to0
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I am finding that I need more protein for energy, but I don't want to add a lot of calories. Does anyone have suggestions for protein-rich foods that wouldn't kill me on calories? I don't eat fish, so that's out.
Thanks!
Why do you think you need protein for energy? Many nutrients are involved in energy production, including minerals and essential fatty acids. Are you taking a long chain omega-3 supplement?0 -
nonfat greek yogurt, egg whites, protein powder, low fat cottage cheese....those are my staples.0
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Meat is the best source of protein.0
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Hard boiled eggs, Sargento makes a few really great 60 and 50 calorie a stick cheeses that I get from Sam's club. Also, any type of beans you can smash (or just get refried beans) and roll-up into lettuce.0
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Bump, ME NEEDS PROTEIN0
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If you want lean, I wouldn't go for eggs as the yolk is fatty. If you still want eggs go for scrambled egg, 3 whites and 1 yolk.
I tend to live on chicken breast and turkey breast without skin as they are usually less than 5% fat and protein rich.0 -
Greek yogurt? Chobani only has 140-160 calories and 14grams of protein. Or you could buy a protein shake/powder and for 90 calories get up to 20 grams of protein in one scoop...
I buy Dannon Light & Fit greek yogurt - it has only 80 calories and 12g of protein for a 5.3oz serving.
http://www.lightnfit.com/light-and-fit-greek#vanilla0 -
I have a 1-scoop protein shake for breakfast every morning in addition to my normal protein-rich non-fish meats and nuts.0
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Fish.
Lol. Really?
Dairy. Even skim milk has protein. edamame, quinoa, and what everyone else already said. Supplements are not a bad idea at all.0 -
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Why do you think you need protein for energy? Many nutrients are involved in energy production, including minerals and essential fatty acids. Are you taking a long chain omega-3 supplement?
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I am pretty sure that I have fibromyalgia (have not gotten an official diagnosis as of yet), and my mom has it also and she takes in a lot of protein to help with energy (per her doctor). I started trying it too, and have felt a lot better since. I appreciate all the suggestions. I'm not big on yogurt (I'm lactose intolerant), but lean meats and eggs I can definitely do. I will load up on that next time I'm at the store. Thanks!0 -
Greek yogurt? Chobani only has 140-160 calories and 14grams of protein. Or you could buy a protein shake/powder and for 90 calories get up to 20 grams of protein in one scoop...
I buy Dannon Light & Fit greek yogurt - it has only 80 calories and 12g of protein for a 5.3oz serving.
http://www.lightnfit.com/light-and-fit-greek#vanilla
Thanks! I will be hitting that one up!0 -
Eggs are great.0
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Cottage Cheese0
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