Pairing protein with carbohydrates will give you sustained energy and put your body in an optimal state for muscle-building. Protein also makes a meal/snack more filling and decreases your cravings for sweets. An active person needs between 0.5 and 0.8 grams per pound of body weight.
Here are some easy ways to add more protein to your diet-
Peanut Butter- Eat with fruit (such as banana or apple slices) or on whole wheat toast or a bagel. It is also great when mixed in with hot oatmeal. Peanut butter is super nutritious, but a 2 tbsp serving has about 190 calories so watch portion sizes!
Greek Yogurt-A portable snack that packs more than twice the amount of protein as regular yogurt!
Beans- High in protein and fiber! Add beans to salads and soups.
Canned tuna or chicken- Quick and easy way to add lean protein to your diet. Eat it on a sandwich or on top of a salad.
Nuts/Trail Mix- A great protein-packed snack to grab on the go! Add nuts to salads, oatmeal or yogurt.
Eggs- An entire egg has about 7 grams of protein. Before you toss out the yolk, remember that it contains about half of the protein as well as some fat (which you do need as part of a healthy diet)!
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