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Need suggestions for today's food intake

lovetowrite73
lovetowrite73 Posts: 1,244 Member
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I've entered all the food that I have planned to eat for the day today and, as you can see, I am well below the 1,200 calories I should be taking in daily and my protein is a little on the light side as well. I usually don't have a problem with consuming my calories or my protein but for some reason today seems to be tough. Does anyone have any suggestions for me? I know I can do more for dinner so that's really where I'm looking for the help.

Please keep in mind that I do not eat beef or pork and I don't have any protein powder handy. Thanks!!

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  • chrissiebell
    chrissiebell Posts: 1
    I used to struggle with protein a lot myself. I've found that boneless/skinless chicken breasts are extremely versatile and a tasty addition to any meal. Adding it to the pasta will almost create a chicken parmigiana deal. Also, maybe add some low sodium tuna fish or another type of lean meat to lunch. These add the protein but not tons of calories :) I like little protein shakes for a boost sometimes as well. It gives me something chocolate, something sweet but a good bit of protein and a low carb count as well as a low sugar count. Best of luck to you!!
  • angebean
    angebean Posts: 195 Member
    Just eat more of what you have there for dinner, the Lasagna things have protein.
    What about adding protein or chickpeas to your salad?
  • oddyogi
    oddyogi Posts: 1,816 Member
    Add some chopped almonds to your salad, and drink a glass of low fat milk. Milk is the EASIEST way to add some healthy calories and protein to your day, and it helps you stay full!
  • SoldierWife99
    SoldierWife99 Posts: 75
    How about a cheese stick? Pre-packaged ones are usually 80-110 calories each depending on what kind of cheese.
  • lovetowrite73
    lovetowrite73 Posts: 1,244 Member
    Thanks for the suggestions! I added a chicken breast to dinner and that did the trick. LOL

    prashley, just saw your suggestion of drinking low-fat milk. I'm going to add that to my snacks and see if that gets my calories over 1,200 (I'm exercising tonight so I don't mind going over).

    Thanks a bunch!
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