Nuts: 1 ounce, or about ¼ cup, of nuts has 6-7 grams of protein, and 2 Tablespoons of peanut butter or almond butter has 7 grams of protein. Be sure to choose nut butters without added sugar and preservatives to maximize the nutrition you get without the extra stuff your body doesn’t need. Adding nuts to oatmeal, quinoa or yogurt boosts the overall protein content, adds a great crunch and is filling so you won’t be hankering for a snack two hours before lunchtime .
Keep in mind that it’s also important to get a good, quality carbohydrate at breakfast along with protein. Your body needs the right combination to allow protein to be used for maintaining muscle as women age, while carbohydrate gives women the energy we’re often lacking.
The bottom line: Don’t skip the carbs, but instead get a tasty combination of carbs and protein at this “must-have” meal in the morning.
I’d love to hear about your favorite breakfast combinations and recipes that provide protein and fill you up. Email me: Jill@jillwestrd.com.
And for more healthy protein options, check out this article: https://fitnessvolt.com/foods-protein/
