Meeting your protein goals can be very difficult, especially if you are dedicated to a high protein diet. I was shocked to find out that most nutritionists suggest easting at least a gram of protein per pound of bodyweight. That is over 200 grams of protein for me per day. Luckily, being mostly a carnivore and having a diet of meat and rice finally paid off. I ate how I normally would over the next couple days and tracked my protein intake and was only 10-20 grams off of my goal. After some quick adjustments, I would say that I am now consistently hitting at least 205 grams of protein per day. Let me tell you how:
Eggs, eggs and more eggs: (Obviously only read this one if you like eggs) Eggs aren’t my favorite food in the world, but the health benefits are hard to ignore… particularly being the fact that they are very high in protein. I typically have eggs for breakfast everyday and add eggs to a variety of dishes. I was hesitant at first, but adding an egg over rice is very good. Or you can even do it fried rice style and cut up eggs into little pieces ad add it to the rice.
High protein snacks: Finding high protein snacks is absolutely key. Some of my favorites are yogurt, protein bars, beef jerky and trail mix.
2 protein shakes per day: Having 2 protein shakes per day is a quick and easy way to greatly increase your protein intake. I typically have a protein shake after my work out and during dinner.
Add protein powder to drinks: Finding a protein flavor that you enjoy is a game changer. I love to add it to as many drinks as I can. I always add it to my fruit smoothie, milk shake, and even my yogurt sometimes.
These are some of the tricks I have picked up when it comes to easy ways to add protein to your diet. Am I missing anything? Let me know in the comments below!
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