If dairy is not your thing, you can still find protein powders that don’t contain whey, the protein-rich dairy product that is found in many powders. Check out this comparison to see which one is right for you – many stores sell individual serving packets so you can give them a try without investing in…
When you’re on a weight-loss journey, eating adequate protein is essential to your success. According to clinical and holistic dietitian Esther Blum, many of her clients start to shed pounds with ease once they increase the amount of protein in their diet, since high-protein foods take more work to “digest, metabolize, and use, which means…
The next time you hit up your local health food store, take a look in the refrigerator. Tucked between the bottles of kombucha and probiotic water, it’s likely you’ll find kefir – a thick and creamy yogurt-like beverage with a tart, slightly sour taste. Beyond the flavor, it contains a mixture of yeasts and bacteria…
If you’re vegan, not a fan of dairy, or simply lactose intolerant, then get excited – we’ve made a pretty awesome discovery, and we think you’re going to like it. Of all the plant-based milks, it can be hard to choose one. Which has the most protein? Which goes best in coffee? Am I getting…
Chock-full of protein, eggs are a quick and easy way to get this essential nutrient anytime of the day. From omelets in the morning to quiche at night, you may be shying away from the yolks to save calories and cholesterol. The yolk may contain all the fat, but it also contains most of the…
When we talked to Carrie Underwood about her favorite healthy snacks, she mentioned she always packs protein chips when she’s traveling. Chips as a healthy snack?! This was something we had to try for ourselves. While we’ve yet to try her go-to brand, Simply Protein, we were dying to try protein chips. So, when iWon…
While meat is a great source of protein, it’s just not an option when you’re maintaining a vegetarian diet. Ensure you’re getting your fill of protein each day by keeping your kitchen stocked with these necessities that offer protein in a flash. Canned or boxed beans: Dry beans take a long time to prepare, so…
I’ve asked my co-workers to eat some pretty weird different stuff. There was that time with the cricket bars (some of my colleagues still haven’t forgiven me), and then we can’t forget the astronaut food, aka Soylent. We see a lot of crazy, new health foods come through the office at POPSUGAR Fitness, so you…
Having enough protein in your diet is essential. Not only does it keep you full and satisifed, but it also helps keep muscles lean and energy levels up. Trainer Marie Purvis told us that she swears by a high-protein breakfast to help power through her day and also stave off fatty cravings. Basically, if you’re…
If there’s one food that’s most definitively associated with healthy eating, it’s salad. And if there’s one food that should be your go-to for diet-friendly lunches or dinners, it should be a salad topped with chicken. By combining one of the leanest proteins with the OG healthy meal, you’re ensuring that what you’re eating is…
