Need protein!

I struggle with this also. I'm not so concerned with meeting my protein macro but there are certain days I'm really hungry and I attribute that to not enough protein. How about hard boiled eggs? I haven't attempted protein shakes yet but something I'm going to look into, that may work for you and good for travel.

Quinoa, Chia, hummus, tofu, eggs, greek yogurt, edename, chick peas, lentils, nuts, peanut butter, beans, chick peas, nondairy milk (soy, almond, rice)...

karlav1394 wrote: »

I have a problem, I need protein! I can never get over 15% in my diet and I know that's really bad. The reason it's so difficult is because I really don't like meat. No chicken, no beef, no turkey, none of that, I've just never liked the taste or texture. Add the fact that I am a full time nursing student, I am always on-the-go, between class, the hospital, and the gym I find it really difficult to find packable food packed with protein. If anyone could give me any ideas on what you guys pack for lunches? Even if it's something you make at home, I just need to get my protein up...anything help!!

The local college sells lowfat greek yogurt everywhere. Cottage cheese. Tofu. Quest bars. Hardboiled eggs.

Beans and egg whites (if you want to avoid the fat). Green pea soup. Lentil soup. I don't do the egg thing but love the bean and pea soups. And you can make a bunch at a time and it stores well. I also like Barn Dad fiber / protein supplement 1 stone 2 birds and it is easy to take fiber most is awful. Keep in mind if you are not body building you don't need much. 50 grams a day is plenty for non body builders.

Protein shakes. You can pre-scoop them into a shaker cup and bring it with you then just add water when you want to drink it.

alltheweigh170 wrote: »

I have been drinking premier protein shakes for afternoon snack. They have 30g of Protein.

I really like the Premier Protein shakes as well. You can buy them by the case at Costco and Sam's Club. Chocolate and Vanilla are both good. Strawberry can be a little sweet for my taste. They're also not bad at room temp if you're carrying it around in the car. Don't let them freeze, however. I left one in my car overnight once during the winter and it became a solid block of goo. They don't thaw.

nut butters and nuts are a fat not a protein. I wouldn't eat a lot of them to try and get more protein in. there's more protein per calorie in watermelon and oranges than in pecans for example.

Hard boiled eggs, smoked salmon, protein shakes (tera's whey organic protein is my fav) with almond milk and fresh fruit if you have time. Quinoa and steal cut oatmeal has some protein as well and area good for you.I naturally eat more protein due to gluten and dairy restrictions. Keeps your full longer and doesn't make you tired. Cutting added sugar also helps to stay energized. It takes some planning, but well worth it!

I don't eat meat or dairy and get most of my protein from tofu, beans, legumes and seeds (like hemp). Sprouted tofu, like wildwood brand, is a great source of protein. One serving has 3g of carbs and 14g of protein. Can't beat that ratio! Breakfast idea is to us it in place of an egg, for diner I'll mix it with veggies in a quinoa bowl.

You can put anything w/quinoa. Chopped veggies, mixed fruit & yogurt, on a salad, with avocado or egg. I am struggling w/getting enough protein too. I only eat seafood and no dairy. I do eat eggs and nuts but try to limit the nuts. Chia seeds and pumpkin are better than walnuts you may want to avoid. I think they have more pesticides. Be careful of many veggie alternatives. They contain lots of soy which women should limit as it can increase risk of female cancers. Eat clean, organic as much as possible and cut sugars. I love the Arbonne protein powder. It's a pea protein so much easier on your system. Good luck. Love all the feedback. I'm constantly looking for alternatives too. I've used canned salmon and tuna as well as tofu.