Someone find me some Protein!

CristaA42962
CristaA42962 Posts: 45 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I seem to always be pretty under on my protein. Besides eggs, chicken, and protein shakes, what are some good foods to try that have protein in them?
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  • aubhob
    aubhob Posts: 25
    beans
  • impyimpyaj
    impyimpyaj Posts: 1,073 Member
    Meat. Of all kinds.
  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    I seem to always be pretty under on my protein. Besides eggs, chicken, and protein shakes, what are some good foods to try that have protein in them?
    Cottage cheese, eggs, greek yogurt, fish, shrimp, crab, beef, skim milk
  • js370
    js370 Posts: 140
    Red Meat... Beef, pork, lamb, deer, buffalo, etc.
    Poultry... Chicken, turkey, duck, etc.
    Fish... Tuna, salmon, sardines, mackerel, etc.
    Dairy... Milk, cheese, cottage cheese, quark, yogurt, etc.
  • Shweedog
    Shweedog Posts: 883 Member
    nuts
  • RamTX22
    RamTX22 Posts: 165 Member
    Good ol' MEAT !
  • jonski1968
    jonski1968 Posts: 4,490 Member
    Or failing all the foods on Js`s post...get some protein powder..
  • ahamm002
    ahamm002 Posts: 1,690 Member
    Any kind of lean meat is great for protein. Diary products like yogurt (especially greek), are also excellent protein sources.
  • only2bfit
    only2bfit Posts: 44
    Broccoli! :)
  • IronPlayground
    IronPlayground Posts: 1,594 Member
    Beef jerky is a good high protein snack. I like Jack Links Teriyaki.
  • RamTX22
    RamTX22 Posts: 165 Member
    Have you tried protien drinks that arent to thick or creamy, the ones the ones from Syntrax Nectar are light and go down just like water. 23gms of protein 0 fat 0 sugar
  • Guitarjon
    Guitarjon Posts: 204 Member
    People ask this a lot and I don't see how people struggle unless they are vegan which makes it a bit harder.

    Doesn't need to be lean meat to get protein, red meat has just as much it's just lean contains less other stuff (fat etc).
  • beanerific518
    beanerific518 Posts: 152
    Lean Proteins:
    Turkey
    Chicken breast (without skin)
    Seafood and fish
    Veal
    Pork
    Tenderloin
    Lean ham
    Lean beef
    Eggs
    Yogurt
    Milk
    Soy milk
    Cheese
    Beans
    Lentils
    Split peas
    Tofu
    Tempeh
    Soybeans
    Nuts
    Nut butters
    Seeds
  • CristaA42962
    CristaA42962 Posts: 45 Member
    People ask this a lot and I don't see how people struggle unless they are vegan which makes it a bit harder.

    Doesn't need to be lean meat to get protein, red meat has just as much it's just lean contains less other stuff (fat etc).

    I am still trying to find the right balance of foods. I am sure its easy once you know, but right now I am still trying to adjust my diet and it is all new to me. I'm used to eating whatever I want in excess, unhealthy amounts.
  • secretlobster
    secretlobster Posts: 3,566 Member
    Any kind of lean meat is great for protein. Diary products like yogurt (especially greek), are also excellent protein sources.

    Also, not-so-lean meat is a great source of protein. You do need SOME fat; unless you're somehow going over 65g of fat in a day, I don't think you need to limit yourself to chicken
  • eesmetana
    eesmetana Posts: 60 Member
    Broccoli, Spinach, Quinoa, Beans ...
  • wedjul05
    wedjul05 Posts: 472
    Quinoa. I love it lately. I cook it with chicken stock which adds flavour.

    I have mine cold with feta cheest, toasted pine nuts, beetroot, red onion, grilled chicken and then a dressing of extra virgin olive oil/balsamic vinegar. Yum.
  • Vitamin_K
    Vitamin_K Posts: 47
    I love the pre made muscle milk drinks & salmon
  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    My 2 cents.. I wouldn't utilize nuts as a protein source. Although, they do have a few grams of protein in a serving, they are still considered a fat source, not a protein source.
  • kellyallday
    kellyallday Posts: 137 Member
    Have you tried protien drinks that arent to thick or creamy, the ones the ones from Syntrax Nectar are light and go down just like water. 23gms of protein 0 fat 0 sugar

    BUMP .. need to try those
  • thrld
    thrld Posts: 610 Member
    Eat your veggies. They are full of protein.

    1. Peas. [And split peas provide 16g/cup]
    2. Corn - 5g/cup
    3. Broccoli - 3g/serving
    4. Cauliflower - 3g/serving
    5. Asparagus-3g/serving
    6. Chickpeas-8g/serving
    7. Spinach (cooked)- 5g/cup
    8. Artichokes-4g/medium artichoke
    9. Potatoes-5g/medium potato
    10. Beans-Per 100g, the average protein content of beans is 9g, but some varieties contain as much as 12g per 100g
    [1/2 cup of cooked black beans has 113 calories, 7.6 grams of protein and only .5 grams of fat.]



    {wow. spinach, you surprise me]
  • pullipgirl
    pullipgirl Posts: 767 Member
    beans are high in fiber and protein
  • Jugie12
    Jugie12 Posts: 282 Member
    Go get ourself some Quinoa - it's GREAT and can be fixed in about a bajillion different ways! It's also a "complete" protein, meaning it contains all 9 essential amino acids necessary for humans (and other animals). Quinoa has a light, fluffy texture when cooked, and its mild, slightly nutty flavor makes it an alternative to white rice or couscous.

    Pair that with a salad, stir in some fresh veggies with the quinoa or pair it with some fish or chicken... whatever you like!!
  • ehg87
    ehg87 Posts: 430 Member
    quinoa (YUMMY) and peanut butter
  • kellyallday
    kellyallday Posts: 137 Member
    I use Egg Whites International liquid egg whites. They have no taste and aren't slimy like you'd think. You can pretty much flavor them with anything. You can drink them and even cook them. They're awesome. You can get all the info here:

    http://www.eggwhitesint.com/faq.htm
  • andreaholowaty
    andreaholowaty Posts: 4
    QUINOA QUINOA QUINOA! Best "super food" out there....very versitle and goes great with everything! Cook with vegetable broth vs water.
  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    Just looked up Quinoa.....never heard of it before. For 222 calories worth you get 8g of protein.....This is NOT a good source of protein. Carbs maybe.....Has 39g of those.
  • IronPlayground
    IronPlayground Posts: 1,594 Member
    Just looked up Quinoa.....never heard of it before. For 222 calories worth you get 8g of protein.....This is NOT a good source of protein. Carbs maybe.....Has 39g of those.

    If you are substituting it for rice with your meals, then it has it's benefits.
  • nakabi
    nakabi Posts: 589 Member
    Quinoa. I love it lately. I cook it with chicken stock which adds flavour.

    I have mine cold with feta cheest, toasted pine nuts, beetroot, red onion, grilled chicken and then a dressing of extra virgin olive oil/balsamic vinegar. Yum.

    that sounds good! I also love quinoa!
  • noirnatural
    noirnatural Posts: 310 Member
    QUINOA QUINOA QUINOA! Best "super food" out there....very versitle and goes great with everything! Cook with vegetable broth vs water.
    thats a great idea! I just tried Quinoa for the first time this year...Dr. Oz uses it as part of his 48hr cleanse...I have done it twice ,it works and you feel great, you it the Quinoa in the morning for breakfast

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