Many people try to lose weight but don’t know how to get their daily protein intake. So today we’ll give you 9 easy snacks you can add to your diet. Protein is important whether you want to gain weight healthily or lose weight. Fitness Garage cares about your health and diet, so we’ll share these snacks with you.
Snack One: Beans
Divide the bean portions into dishes you can microwave. When you're hungry, just take them out of the fridge and heat them up. A 100-gram serving of beans gives about 17 grams of protein. It’s a plant-based protein source, so vegetarians can eat it. It’s also rich in fiber that helps digestion.
Snack Two: Cottage Cheese
If you prefer a light snack midday, cottage cheese is a good choice. It has only 2% fat and contains 12 grams of protein. You can mix it with some veggies for a tasty, healthy snack. You can also take it with you to work or anywhere outside the house.
Snack Three: Shrimp
Boiled shrimp is a quick and easy meal. Every 100 grams has 17 grams of protein, though it varies by size. One good thing is you can prepare it and store it in the fridge for a day or two. This makes it easier for you on busy days when you have lots of responsibilities.
Snack 4: Greek yogurt
This snack will help you on days when you're out and don't have a healthy snack. So head to the nearest supermarket and get a pack of Greek yogurt. Just make sure to check the protein and sugar content inside. It’s also a source of calcium. You can add some berries to it.
Snack 5: Cold cuts
There are many kinds of cold cuts like luncheon meat, bacon, or pastrami. They always help you get past hunger, but always buy a good quality type and watch the nutrition labels. Check fat and protein content carefully, plus trans fats. Make sure to eat a small amount, no more than 150 calories.
Snack 6: Boiled eggs
This is a favorite snack for many girls because it’s healthy, quick to prepare, and low in carbs. It’s also easy to store. One boiled egg gives you about 6 grams of protein. If you want just protein without fat, you can eat only the egg white and skip the yolk. Many athletes do this trick.
Snack 7: Tuna
Tuna is a protein source. One of its great features is you can eat it straight from the can. You can also include it in sushi meals. Many girls keep some tuna stocked to have it on hand. One can of tuna has 7 grams of protein, but be sure to watch the oils and drain it well.
Snack eight: chocolate milk
Want to taste chocolate? Chocolate milk gives you that feeling, plus a cup has 8 grams of protein. Adding some cocoa will give it a chocolate flavor. This snack is great for kids and a nice way to add protein cleverly.
Snack nine: cheddar cheese
If you want to add protein to your snack, you can have some cheddar cheese since it has 8 grams per 100 grams. You'll find it in the dairy and cheese section at the supermarket. It's easy to store in the fridge and use when needed. Just always check the nutrition label before buying.
