protein!!

angiecampbell37
angiecampbell37 Posts: 5 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Hey everyone! Im really struggling to get enough protein in to my meals and snacks. Anybody have some ideas that arent high in carbs or fat. Thanks

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  • psykins
    psykins Posts: 76
    bump. I'm getting most of my protein from chicken and soy nuts and always coming up short
  • TLWallperson
    TLWallperson Posts: 125
    I don't know if you've tried whey protein powder. The one I use has 30 grams protein per 1 scoop. Other then that there is as always, eggs, chicken, turkey, soy, fish, nuts...

    Add in:
    I use MuscleTech Whey Protein Elite series. per scoop 160 cals, 1 g fat, 8g carbs, 2g sugar, 30g protein
    also, MuscleTech Whey Isolate Elite series. per scoop 130 cals, 1g fat, 1g carbs, 1g sugar and 30g protein

    plus it tastes pretty good, especially the chocolate
  • Jred36
    Jred36 Posts: 63 Member
    I like protein shakes, pure protein bars, boiled eggs, fat free cheese, cottage cheese, and low sodium deli lunch meats.
  • MrGonzo05
    MrGonzo05 Posts: 1,120 Member
    Lean meats, skim milk, soy, peas, yogurt, and whey protein.
  • Reagster
    Reagster Posts: 1
    I have found that protein supplement powders are a great way to add protein to your daily intake.
    Some taste good enough to be used to satisfy a sweet craving also.
    Be sure to purchase the powders that are lowest in carbohydrates and sugars.
    Some powders are used for weight gain and they are high in fat & carbs and you want to be sure to not get those.
    The taste is usually great, can be mixed with skim milk for added protein and a good texture.

    Also, chicken breast, cottage cheese and some lower fat or no fat lunch meats are also great protein choices.
  • greenmonstergirl
    greenmonstergirl Posts: 619 Member
    Which powder do you use??? The highest one I have heard has 25 grams per serving. Iso 100

    But yes protein powder is the way to go if you don't have enough calories to use on food (or stomach space).
  • ohdearyme
    ohdearyme Posts: 6
    i tried these the other day was really tasty! what are the benefits of eating more protein btw? https://www.bouncefoods.com/uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17&Itemid=78
  • CLFrancois
    CLFrancois Posts: 472 Member
    egg whites
    whey protein

    tuna
  • Cassierocksalot
    Cassierocksalot Posts: 266 Member
    My trainer has me on a high protein diet right now: Egg whites, ground turkey, chicken, greek yogurt, whey protein powder and more chicken! That's not all I eat but that's where the protein comes from.
  • msdjsmith95
    msdjsmith95 Posts: 14
    My staples are egg whites, nut butters, boneless skinless chicken, cottage cheese, and Greek yogurt.
  • GttnITtgthr
    GttnITtgthr Posts: 35
    I mix chocolate whey protein powder with plain greek yogurt, chia seeds and strawberries, it's actually pretty yummy.
  • MrGonzo05
    MrGonzo05 Posts: 1,120 Member
    i tried these the other day was really tasty! what are the benefits of eating more protein btw? https://www.bouncefoods.com/uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17&Itemid=78

    Satiation, retain more muscle while losing weight, nutritious, tasty.
  • chm2616
    chm2616 Posts: 434 Member
    lean meat, fish, greek yogurt, cottage cheese, nuts, protein powder, eggs :smile:
  • SheilaHandler
    SheilaHandler Posts: 6 Member
    I like to work out in the morning and then make an omelette with onion (1/2), mushrooms (1/3 cup), or zucchini (1 small), spinach (1 cup baby spinach) and two eggs. I use about 2 tsps of olive oil. The whole thing comes in at around 300 calories or so and is very satisfying. I would also recomend a couple of lattes, but I'm partial to them. I'm always way over on protein and under on carbs. And caffeinated.
  • blazergrad
    blazergrad Posts: 603 Member
    I would find it very difficult to get the daily protein intake I'm shooting for without using a whey protein powder. I've recently discovered an all natural one that uses stevia instead of sucralose called 'About Time', so that one's my current brand of choice.... but, being "all natural", it costs a bit more than other brands. They contain 24-25 grams protein/scoop (depending on flavor) and only 100 calories total.

    I also like protein bars for snacks in between meals. My favorite brand of choice there is "Think Thin". They contain 20 grams protein per bar and most of their flavors are in the 230-240 calorie/bar range.

    Also, cottage cheese is a good snack that's high in protein... I mix it with fruit to make it tolerable. :)
  • angiecampbell37
    angiecampbell37 Posts: 5 Member
    Thanks for the ideas everyone. I do have protein powder about once a day usually. Love cottage cheese, eggs, and lean meats too. I guess I'll jsut have to eat more of those things.
  • lemonmon1
    lemonmon1 Posts: 134 Member
    I'm not sure how many grams you are shooting for, but I generally eat about 85 grams of protein per day, and I don't eat meat, eggs, or dairy. There are plenty of ways to slip in some extra protein here and there. Here are some of my high protein snacks:

    Tamari Pumpkin Seeds, 1/4 cup = 10 grams of protein (i buy these in the organic bulk section of my grocery store)

    Raw Almonds (23 almonds) = 6 grams of protein

    Organic Sweet Potato, Baked In Skin, (1 sweet potato about 5 ounces) with 1 Tbsp raw coconut butter = 6 grams of protein

    1 Red Bell Pepper w/ 2 Tbsp Hummus = 5 g of protein

    1 Multigrain Rice Cake with 1 Tbsp Peanut Butter = 5 grams of protein
  • Jorcel01
    Jorcel01 Posts: 1 Member
    Hey everyone! Im really struggling to get enough protein in to my meals and snacks. Anybody have some ideas that arent high in carbs or fat. Thanks

    I'm in the same boat as you, struggling to meet my protein needs. I quit eating red meat long ago. I have been advised by my doctor to consume 50-60 grams of protein per day, but I despise most of the items contributors have listed here: beans, cottage cheese. I've tried quite a few protein bars/powders (AMP, Clif bars, Isopure, Pure Protein, Muscle Milk) which all have the same bad after taste. I eat chicken, fish, turkey, egg whites, and pistachios to fulfill my protein needs, but that has gotten old really quickly so I'm looking for more ideas or at least creative ways to spark up the taste without the calories. I've started making my own smoothies with bananas, skim milk and peach nectar in which I add multi-vitamins and iron supplements. I've also been researching protein supplements online, but haven't found a good one to purchase yet.
  • dixielawgirl
    dixielawgirl Posts: 437 Member
    Quest bars. Low carb, high protein/fiber...easy to take with you when you're out and about.
  • Lovdiamnd
    Lovdiamnd Posts: 624 Member
    beans: Most beans (black, pinto, lentils, etc) about 7-10 grams protein per half cup of cooked beans

    fat free greek yogurt: Yogurt, 1 cup – usually 8-12 grams, check label

    peanut butter: Peanut butter, 2 Tablespoons - 8 grams protein

    nuts: Almonds, ¼ cup – 8 grams, Peanuts, ¼ cup – 9 grams Cashews, ¼ cup – 5 grams, Pecans, ¼ cup – 2.5 grams, Sunflower seeds, ¼ cup – 6 grams, Pumpkin seeds, ¼ cup – 8 grams, Flax seeds – ¼ cup – 8 grams

    fat free milk: Milk, 1 cup - 8 grams

    fat free cottage cheese: Cottage cheese, ½ cup - 15 grams

    tuna: Tuna, 6 oz can - 40 grams of protein

    chicken breast: Chicken breast, 3.5 oz - 30 grams protein

    turkey breast: 8oz serving provides 60 grams of protein

    protein shakes: varies

    eggs: Egg, large - 6 grams protein

    quinoa: 1 cup cooked 8g protein

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  • Lovdiamnd
    Lovdiamnd Posts: 624 Member
    Egg White and Tomato Omelet with Hot Sauce

    Ingredients:

    2 cups egg whites (235)
    1/2 tomato (15)
    hot sauce


    Nutrition:
    250 calories, 52g protein
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  • Lovdiamnd
    Lovdiamnd Posts: 624 Member
    http://www.leanitup.com/30-protein-packed-small-meal-ideas-under-250-calories/

    Here are 30 protein packed small meal ideas under 250 calories using some of the ingredients mentioned!!
  • sirgordonzola
    sirgordonzola Posts: 10
    Angie, do not worry about protein, as its a myth that we need all this protein in our diet. It is recommended that in reality we only need 5% of our calories intake to be protein. Someone on a healthy vegetarian diet will get approx 11% protein from a balanced diet, and that's without eating any flesh. Honestly it is not something to worry about unless your a professional athlete or bodybuilder, you will never ever hear of anyone hospitalised due to protein deficiency because it doesnt happen unless your in a third world country starving
  • angiecampbell37
    angiecampbell37 Posts: 5 Member
    Thank you, I am going to look for those pumpkin seeds. They sound delicious!
  • angiecampbell37
    angiecampbell37 Posts: 5 Member
    No, I'm not suffering from any deficiancies. I'm aiming for 40% carbs, 40% protein and 20% fats. That means I need 135 grams of both carbs and proteins and 30 grams of fat. Just what I've been reccomended to try from a freind and trainer.

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