Five high-protein snacks you can eat on the go
Protein naturally occurs in some of the most delicious goodies. Here are some of them:
Nuts (illustrative) (photo credit: INGIMAGE)
Protein is one of the most important ingredients for our well-being, especially for people who work out.
In
recent years, a lot of high protein snacks have been sold, but the
truth is that protein naturally occurs in some of the most delicious
goodies already available. Here are some health protein snacks:
In
the last year we've all seen ads, or products in a supermarket which
have been enriched with protein.
This is true for various protein bars
which fill the shelves, for yogurt enriched with protein, for cereals,
and many other products.
So, why does everyone want more protein in their food?
More
and more people in recent years have switched to vegetarian and vegan
diets that usually have less (animal) protein. Also, many have started
exercising rigorously, so they need more protein in the body to build
muscle.
This is
because proteins are the building blocks of all the different cells in
the body, including the development of muscles and bones in youth and
the preservation and strengthening of the skeletal system as people age.
In addition, and perhaps no less important, eating protein contributes
to the feeling of satiety which helps control weight, and strengthens
the immune system. .
The recommended amount of protein for a healthy person is 0.8 grams
per kilogram of body weight. This amount varies according to different
needs and can reach up to more than 2 grams per kilogram, for example in
situations where the person exercises more than average or is on a
low-carb diet.
Here are some high protein snacks that can be eaten on the go, which will boost your protein intake.
A handful of nuts
Combining
a variety of nuts and seeds in salads, cooked dishes, smoothies,
cereals, soups, pastas and more is a convenient and healthy way to add
small portions of protein to the menu. A quarter cup of nuts can contain
between 3 and 7 grams of protein (depending on the type of nut), a
quarter cup of seeds contains 7 to 12 grams of protein, and chia and
hemp seeds have the highest protein content at 10 to 12 grams per
quarter cup.
Edamame
These soybeans that are stored inside the green pods are low in calories and high in protein. The natural packaging in which they arrive is perfect for seed lovers because extracting the beans from the pods is very reminiscent of the Israeli pastime of cracking sunflower seeds.
One
cup of edamame provides almost every nutrient you need, including 17
grams of protein, 52% of your daily requirement for vitamin K, and over
100% of your daily need for folic acid. Soybeans are also a source of
phytoestrogens, plant substances that are similar in structure to the
hormone, estrogen.
Pumpkin Seeds
One hundred grams of pumpkin seeds has about 20 grams of protein, which means that a handful (about 30 grams) contains between 6 and 7 grams of protein.
In
addition, pumpkin seeds have a good amount of magnesium, a mineral that
most of us need more of; zinc, antioxidants and fatty acids such as
omega three and six, which are beneficial for heart and liver health.
Another important nutrient, especially if you are really tired and
suffering from sleep problems, is an amino acid called tryptophan, a
substance used in the treatment of insomnia.
Yogurt
Eating yogurt as part of a balanced diet can contribute to a healthy lifestyle, and many studies have found that yogurt has a beneficial effect on health.
There are quite a few protein-rich yogurts on the market today (some
can reach about 20 grams of protein per cup), but the truth is that even
simple yogurt provides a nice amount of protein at about 7-8 grams per
cup. Yogurts also contain other ingredients such as calcium, potassium,
magnesium and probiotics - minerals and ingredients that maintain bone
health and help the digestive system.
Legume Pasta Chips
Are you familiar with the craze for pasta chips?
If
not, it’s good to know. It is, quite simply, cooked pasta that is mixed
with some basic spices, and transferred to reheating in the home oven.
The result is actually a crunchy and delicious pasta. What connection is
there between pasta from flour and protein? Nothing! But if you want to
stay in shape and take care of your figure and also protein intake -
replace the regular pasta with legumes, such as lentils or peas.
In
a cup of such dry pasta you’ll find up to 25 grams of protein
(depending on the legume), a nice amount of iron and even calcium. Worth
a nosh!
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