5 Easy Ways to Get More Protein In Your Diet
5 Easy Ways To Increase Your Protein Intake With Protein Powder!
Everybody knows about protein powder. For some reason, many people think it’s no good. In reality, most whey protein powders are extremely beneficial and minimally processed. Whey is actually a natural byproduct of making cheese. It is then microfiltered, dehydrated and flavoured to form the common protein powder you find today. Click here to find out how they’re made.
If you are vegan or prefer vegetable protein, there are many types you can choose from. Make sure it’s something that has higher protein and lower carbs per serving otherwise you may be consuming extra calories that you don’t want it your goal is fat loss. Usually best to find a vegan powder that has multiple sources of protein (peas, rice, etc)
I absolutely love using protein powder as an addition to foods/drinks you’d already consume. It can be the EASIEST way to increase your daily protein intake. Staying consistent with this will help you lose fat, build muscle AND have more energy and less cravings for junk food.
Here are 5 of the tastiest methods to incorporate protein powder regularly.
Vanilla Whey Protein Powder with Plain Greek Yogurt.
It’s pretty self explanatory. 1 of those mini yogurt cups has about 10g protein in it. Even if you have two, you’re only looking at 20g. Simply add a scoop of vanilla whey protein, blend it with your spoon and your snack/meal turns into a whopping 50g of protein! (1 scoop of most protein powders contain between 25-30g).
To take this to the next level, you can also add low/no calorie toppings such as cinnamon or your choice of berries. Berries are low carb fruits that taste amazing and provide you with fiber and phytonutrients.
2. Vanilla/Chocolate Protein Powder in your Morning Coffee.
I’m sure you’ve heard of bulletproof coffee by now. The trend where you put MCT oils (or butter/coconut oil) into your morning coffee. It actually tastes great, but the issue in terms of body composition is that it’s high in calories and basically gives you 0 protein.
I began spiking my morning coffee with a scoop of vanilla whey powder and damn is it ever delicious. That helps kick start my day with 25-30 extra grams of protein. Howbout that for getting a head start to your day!
3. Shakes and Smoothies
This may seem obvious because flavoured protein powders can make for an AMAZING shake. Mix it with fruits or whatever you please, the combinations are endless. For some reason I still hear many gym goers tell me about their breakfast smoothies without mentioning protein powder. THE PROTEIN IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INGREDIENT GUYS! No matter what shake or smoothie, there’s a flavour of protein powder to fit right in. Don’t be shy!
4. Protein Pancakes
This is a no brainer. You can either add protein powder to the regular pancake flour mix or you can revamp the whole recipe but using a combo of protein powder and bananas or protein powder and coconut powder for a gluten free, low carb high protein delicious pancake.
5. Protein Powder Oatmeal and Cereal
This one’s self explanatory. Add a scoop to your oatmeal before or after heating. Try different combos and recipes till you find what you like best.
There are tons of protein powder recipes out there but this article is all about ease of use. All you have to do with these 5 meals is literally add a scoop of protein powder to a food you would already be eating, it doesn’t get more simple than that. Start reaping the benefits of losing fat and gaining muscle now!