Protein's
Power
Punch
FAMILY FEATURES
Protein can be found in a wide range of foods, including meat, poultry, seafood, beans and peas, eggs, soy, nuts and seeds. Foods like these with high
protein content help slow digestion, control appetite, and keep you feeling full
longer. Choosing lean proteins and making sure you are getting a variety of
protein-filled foods are two ways to get the most from your nutrition plan.
There are also a variety of nutritious snacks that can help you capture extra
protein as part of a balanced diet. For example, a LUNA Protein bar is a
gluten-free bar made from a blend of soy and whey protein. With less than
200 calories, it provides satiation to keep you feeling full, along with 12 grams
of soy and whey protein and 3 grams of fiber.
Finally, it is important to remember that how much protein you need depends
on your activity level. For example, a 140-pound woman who has a primarily
sedentary lifestyle needs 56 grams per day, while a 140-pound woman who
participates in regular, high-impact exercise may need as much as 119 grams
of protein per day.
Remember that a pre or post-workout snack with vitamins and nutrients is
especially important to help you power through your sweat session. Tara
DelloIacono-Thies, Registered Dietitian for LUNA, suggests these protein-rich
snack ideas:
• Celery sticks, carrots, or apple slices with nut butter
• Hard-boiled egg with salt and pepper on whole wheat bread
• 1 protein-rich bar, such as LUNA Protein Bar
• Plain Greek yogurt topped with seasonal fruit
• Low sodium turkey meat rolled up with lettuce, low fat cheese, mustard and
veggies of your choice
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