Protein is my favourite macronutrient by far! I tend to get 1.5-1.7g per lbs of my body weight every single day. It is essential for muscle growth maintenance.
It is best to get 1-1.5g per lbs of body weight everyday and here are some of my favourite protein sources so that that can be achieved!
1. Protein Powders
Casein and Whey (My favourite brand: Optimum Nutrition) 25g per serving
2. Canned Tuna
Fast, easy and portable! ~30g per can
3. Egg Whites
I love the yolks in omelettes and my Protein Pancake, but you can’t beat the density of protein in each egg white. 4g protein per egg white!
4. Peanut Flour
Add some stevia, salt and water and you have a delicious creamy, protein filled pudding! 16g protein per serving.
(Available online at iherb or nutrition (use iherb discount code MOV263 for $5 off!)
5. Chicken
Versatile, filling and tasty with 27g of protein per chicken breast.
While these are all simple sources, they are delicious, filling, staples in my diet.
Eat these to help build some muscle!
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Khushboo Thadani
Mar 12, 2012 -
Love how protein-dense Greek yogurt is: 17g per pot!
Ashley @ AlmostVegGirlie
Mar 12, 2012 -
I am obsessed with peanut flour! I love that it’s so protein packed but tastes delicious and is so creamy and dessert-like!
Haley @ Health Freak College Girl
Mar 12, 2012 -
i love greek yogurt and protein powder the most
Carrie @ Lift Eat Repeat
Mar 12, 2012 -
I’ve never tried peanut flour before. I eat most of these plus Lean Ground Turkey!
Nicole
Mar 12, 2012 -
Oooo! I haven’t heard of peanut flour… Gotta try that one!
Katie @ Nutrition in a peanut shell
Mar 12, 2012 -
Protein=good! I always make sure I get enough or else I feel weak and sick! My favorite sources are Greek yogurt and nitrate free turkey breast!
sarah (onedayiwillseethesun)
Mar 12, 2012 -
my fav protein source is cottage cheese, love adding it with some yourt and cereal, or even on top of veggies so good!!!
KatsHealthCorner
Mar 13, 2012 -
One of my favorite protein sources is nut butter.
He-he.
I also love protein powder — vanilla is my favorite!
Love Live & Learn
Mar 13, 2012 -
Oh thanks for writing this post, this is really useful for me because I definitely don’t get enough protein some days!
I am quite tempted to invest in a protein powder, they’re just such an expensive purchase up-front even if it is worth the money.
Chicken’s something I eat quite a lot of at home but hardly ever eat here for some reason.
My favourite source of protein is from non-fat greek yogurt
Maria @ Beautiful Busy Bee
Mar 13, 2012 -
I haven’t tried peanut flour yet, but I love peanut butter! Have you tried Luna Protein bars? They’re gooooood. Also there’s this packaged drink I got at a race once called Honey Milk that had 20-something grams of protein.
Healthiful Balance
Mar 13, 2012 -
I love all these protein sources too!
Lisa
Mar 13, 2012 -
These all look amazing…do you really eat 1.5-1.7 gms per lb of body weight? That just seems like so much to fit in everyday, close to 150-200gms?
eatingforexcellence
Mar 16, 2012 -
I want to try egg whites! Do you like to make omelets with them?
Tara
Mar 18, 2012 -
I’ve been loving egg whites recently. I like using them to make big protein pancakes. They’re so filling and delicious!!
shabbott
Apr 5, 2012 -
I’m a big fan of these options as well. I make hard-boiled eggs and keep them in my fridge for a protein-packed snack. I’m also obsessed with nut butters.
shabbott
Apr 5, 2012 -
I love hard boiled eggs. I make a batch and keep them in the fridge for an easy snack. Also, gotta love nut butters!