It’s not always easy to create healthy and high protein meals when you’re busy and crunched on time. Protein powders are excellent additions to smoothies or shakes for days when you are in need of a quick meal. Protein shakes can act as a healthy and filling meal replacement, or they can be used post-workout. Protein shakes can also make quick and convenient breakfasts for busy mornings on-the-go. Plus, you can always make protein shakes ahead of time and either refrigerate them or freeze them for another day.
Protein powders are great additions to your yogurt, pudding, donut or pancake batter, baked goods, or even juices. Add a little protein powder to anything you’d like for an extra boost in protein to keep you filled up for a longer period of time. You can even make homemade protein bars at home!
Protein shakes will typically call for about one scoop of protein powder. While one scoop may not seem like much, it’s important that you find a protein powder that is healthy and not filled with additives or unnecessary ingredients. Protein powders can also be a little pricey so it’s important to find a protein powder that is worth your money.
Whether you are an omnivore, vegan, vegetarian, or have a dairy allergy, plant-based protein powders can be a healthier option than choosing whey protein powders. Plant-based protein powders are easier to digest, are low in saturated fat, and are free of the growth hormones and antibiotics that are found in animal proteins. Plant-based protein powders are also alkaline-forming, which helps to reduce inflammation and stress in the body, and protects bone health.
Many rumors suggest that animal proteins are the only types of proteins on the market that can produce lean muscle, but lean plant-based proteins can help you to produce muscle in a healthier way with long-lasting benefits. Whole foods found in sprouted nuts, seeds, or pseudo-grains are excellent sources of protein. Plus, plant-based proteins help to reduce any inflammation caused by exercise, which helps you to recover faster after a workout.
There are many plant-based proteins to choose from, but some of the better options are hemp, pea protein, quinoa, or proteins made from sea vegetables such as kelp, seaweed, or other type of algae. All of these options are gluten-free as well. Some great brands to look out for are Vega, Sunwarrior, Bob’s Red Mill, or Now Foods. However, if you follow a paleo or grain-free diet, you will want to stick with protein powders that only contain hemp seeds, pea proteins, or vegetables. Many protein powder blends contain rice or other grains.
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