Signs that you might not be eating enough protein.
Could you do with eating more protein? Whether you’re vego or a meat eater making sure you’re getting enough protein in your diet shouldn’t be overlooked.
If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms listed below you could be under consuming this important macro-nutrient.
Sugar cravings
Low energy/fatigue
Feeling hungry after eating
Slow wound healing
Difficulty building muscle mass
Frequent injuries
Frequent infections
Slow recovery from illness
Mood swings
Anxiety
Low mood
Tips for boosting your protein intake:
spread your intake out throughout the day rather than eating all in one meal
include a serve of protein with each meal of the day, this will help to promote satiety
if you don’t like protein powder it’s not the end of the world, get your intake from real foods. Protein powder is a convenient way to boost your intake but shouldn’t be relied on as your only source of protein
add protein to your snacks, having a piece of fruit? Add nuts, seeds or nut butter. Having vegetable sticks? Add some hummus or tahini. Having a smoothie? Add nuts, seeds, nut butter.
eat from a wide variety of sources protein is found in plant foods such as wholegrains, nuts, seeds, legumes and beans you don’t have to just rely on only animal sources!
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