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Really struggling to hit protein macros

chelseasavage55
Posts: 12 Member
I'm struggling so hard to fit enough protein into my day for my macros. I'm at 145g for protein, and I eat protein with each meal, just not enough. Any suggestions for yummy high protein food that isn't a supp?
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http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10247171/carbs-and-fats-are-cheap-heres-a-guide-to-getting-your-proteins-worth-fiber-also
This is a very helpful chart you should check out.1 -
I have the same problem. I'm starting on protein powder but i really need to find some high protein low kj snacks....0
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You set your protein goal to whatever works for you. The more unbalanced your diet gets, the more difficult it will be to adhere to, but a good reason will make lots of things worth while. Any good reasons for that protein goal?0
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how did you come to that goal?
what is your overall calorie goal?0 -
Cottage cheese, eggs, fish (tinned tuna?).1
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I would ask why that is your goal and what is your average daily caloric intake?0
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145g is really extreme IMO. Unless I guess you really love plain Greek yogurt, fish/shrimp, and chicken breast.0
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I use an egg white protein supplement in a lot of my meals. I add it to protein banana pancakes & to hamergers and all my baking. It'll give you an extra 20-40g which really helps. And I like it better than drinking protein shakes. Ill also stir in a flavored whey protein supplement with plain greek yogurt and eat it with frozen fruit, it gives me way more protein for the carbs and calories1
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can you open your diary? I take in 125g a day (+/- 10g) - and have no issues hitting my goals - feel free to take a look at my diary for help (i don't do any protein powders, since I've found few that work for me)0
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