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Protein Rich Snacks to Eat On-the-Go

  Protein is one of the most important parts of a diet as it forms the building blocks of your growth and development and is imperative for smooth functioning of the body and its miscellaneous parts. If you’re the kind of person who likes to munch on snacks on the go, then you may also know that unhealthy snacking can take a toll on your health and waistline as well. Snacking doesn’t necessarily need to be biscuits or sweets or fried treats - there are healthy, protein rich snacks too that can be eaten on the go and are filling, nourishing and not harmful to your daily diet either! Here are some protein rich snacks that are easy to whip up and portable too.   Nuts & Seeds Nuts and seeds contain a whole lot of protein and just the right amount of calories. Nuts and seeds are a safe bet when it comes to healthy snacking and can be carried around in a baggie just about anywhere. Some of the best protein bars in India contain nuts and seeds as well to supplement the ri...

Protein Bars For Weight Loss

  Protein is known as the building block of cells in the human body. Our body requires protein daily, in fact it needs protein in every meal. Whether you workout or not, your body undergoes daily wear and tear. To repair and support these activities, your body requires protein. If you workout, then your body requires more protein based on your workout goals and activity. Protein is closely linked to metabolism, appetite, and body weight. Therefore, if losing weight is one of your fitness goals, then you need to consume protein.   What’s the most convenient way to consume protein? Protein bars! If you are someone who is caught up in the corporate fast-paced world, you definitely don’t have time to whip up protein-rich dishes every time you are hungry. Therefore, your best choice is protein bars India or protein chips.   For weight loss, you need to check certain things before buying a protein bar. -          Look for the prote...

Advantages of Meal Replacement Bars

  Protein is one of the most important macronutrients in the body and is imperative for smooth functioning of the human body. Protein can be found in a number of different foods namely eggs, meat, fish, nuts, milk, beans etc. Lately, people are becoming increasingly dependent on protein supplements like protein shakes, nutrition bars and protein-heavy bars to supplement their daily protein intake and add to it, over and above the average intake of protein in case of workout regiments that require it. These easy-to-consume protein supplements are becoming popular because of how practical they are especially for individuals who are too busy to cook up healthy meals every day. Here are some advantages of meal replacement bars that you may be interested in.   Meal Replacement Individuals who swear by weight-loss plans of course need a high-protein diet and heavily rely on meal replacement bars to supplement their daily protein requirement . It is also easy to control the pr...

3 Benefits of a High Protein Diet

  Protein is one of the most essential parts of a diet, a healthy one, and is the macronutrient that keeps your muscles strong and functioning and controls your metabolism. Including protein in your diet can help your muscles stay healthy and aid weight-loss. Consuming high protein snacks has several benefits for your body. Read on to find out more.   Protein helps you burn calories A diet high in protein can help you burn calories because protein has a thermic effect on the human body which burns calories during digestion. Protein has a greater thermic effect on your body than carbohydrates. For this reason, individuals like to consume a workout protein bar before/after they workout so as to supplement the lost energy with protein instead of carbohydrates for better results.   Protein controls and regulates appetite and hunger Consuming a meal high in protein reduces hunger between meals which indirectly prevents you from binging on junk between meals. It a...

Snacking – Good Or Bad?

  The world has mixed opinions about snacking. Snacking is referred to the act of consuming food or beverages in between two regular meals. Over the course of time, ‘snack foods’ became popular as high-calorie and processed foods. The causes of snacking are traced to hunger, stress, and boredom. The habit is almost addictive and research has shown that snacking is one of the most common causes of obesity. With so much light on health in this year, healthy snacking as a term has also gained popularity. People now prefer having a protein bar instead of a burger in the evening.   This interest of people in healthy snacking has given birth to a new food sub-industry. Multiple brands have come up with various options like protein bars, protein chips, energy drinks, energy bars, etc. What is it that should look at while looking for a snack? What are the best evening snacks ?   Well, the choice of your snack depends on the convenience and your tastes. While you’re on th...

Why Eating a Protein-Rich Breakfast Is Important

  Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it keeps you satiated for a longer period of time and energized throughout the day. It’s very important to consume protein-rich breakfast because our body needs an energetic start at the beginning of the day. It must provide you with nutrients, amino acids and vitamins so that your body doesn’t silently hunger for essential nutrients throughout the day. A protein rich breakfast consisting of maybe eggs or granola bars can build muscle strength and aid weight loss too.   A balanced breakfast should include fats, fiber, antioxidants, and most importantly protein. Wondering what to whip up for breakfast tomorrow? Here are some protein-rich ideas:   Eggs The best thing about eggs is that they can be made in so many different ways that even if you want to consume them every morning, you won’t get bored of them. Eggs are loaded with vitamins and minerals and the right amount of fats so that you’re energized throug...