Need to increase my protein

I haven't got a problem with oatmeal...

My point was not to inform you that oatmeal was comparable with chia seeds, it was to point out that chia seeds are a piss poor protein source.

I don't agree.

Nice triple post. Chia seeds have protein. That doesn't mean they're a great source of protein. You said 1 serving has 4.4g of protein. But 1 serving of Chia seeds also has 137 calories. 31 calories per gram of protein. Great source if you're bulking, sure.

I haven't got a problem with oatmeal...

My point was not to inform you that oatmeal was comparable with chia seeds, it was to point out that chia seeds are a piss poor protein source.

I don't agree.

Nice triple post. Chia seeds have protein. That doesn't mean they're a great source of protein. You said 1 serving has 4.4g of protein. But 1 serving of Chia seeds also has 137 calories. 31 calories per gram of protein. Great source if you're bulking, sure.

Exactly. I love chia seeds, but they're not great for protein if you're watching what you eat.

I haven't got a problem with oatmeal...

My point was not to inform you that oatmeal was comparable with chia seeds, it was to point out that chia seeds are a piss poor protein source.

dude. 2 servings of oatmeal is like 1 egg. Forget the fact it has like 40g+of carbs with it. It has protein!

I have PCOS, and I agree with Sharon - chicken and fish! I'm also a fan of shell fish.

There are other great suggestions here for sure! I also fall back on a Nature Valley Protein bar with breakfast or as a snack. 14 carbs - 5 fiber (9 carb net), and 10 protein, you're not going to spike off that.

And OMG CHEESE, did you forget the cheese? A day without cheese is like a hug without the squeeze! Okay, it's not low calorie, but it's a nice addition to other protein choices.

Eggs + cheese
Egg whites + cheese
Chicken + cheese
Vegetables + cheese
cottage cheese <--- why, hello there, cheese

Also in diary:
Greek Yogurt ain't a terribad option either - I favor Dannon Oikos and it's 12 protein / 19 carbs, so it's a decent ratio
Milk - It's a good balance of protein and carb, regular ol' milk - if you have the calories for it
(Personally I use Almond/Coconut Milk as a low carb option - yumz)

Soy protein can be a bummer for us because it can affect us (with phytoestrogens) like estrogen and we have too much estrogen with PCOS, so try not to rely on soy protein.

Oh yes, back to the cheese: don't get diet cheese or light cheese, they add a buncha extra salt and that stuff has enough sodium as it is. As for your carb choices, choose whole grains and high fiber choices. That will help keep your blood sugar more stable so your insulin isn't spiking and exaserbating your other problems. Lower insulin and stable blood sugar is our goal.

I'm actually against the 50 carb a day diet or other ultra low-carb diets. But, that's just me. It's A solution sure, but I'm looking for a healthy way to eat for the long term. If you want to eat like that, and you're happy, go for it.

My goal is to balance my Protein, Carbs, Fat, and Fiber so that I don't cause spikes in insulin levels, which improves insulin sensitivity over time (and so does regular exercise!). I also take metforim, which totally helps.