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New trendy protein supplement is low-calorie alternative to traditional whey powder

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Whey protein, a powdered supplement that can lead to muscle recovery and growth, is all the rage in the world of wellness right now. However, many of these protein-packed, creamy drinks actually come with a chalky texture, making them difficult to enjoy. Now, a different supplement has stepped in as a popular lactose-free alternative: clear protein, a powder that dissolves in any glass of still or sparkling water. It can offer a fruity and juicy taste, which is why Americans have used it to keep their daily protein intake on track. Here’s exactly what clear protein is and how it differs from whey protein. What is clear protein? Just like whey protein, clear protein is sold as a powder. However, it can easily be …

Clear protein is the newest social media health trend taking over — what is it?

Published by Daniella Wilson

This Easy Breakfast And Lunch Gives Me 23g Fibre And 43g Protein

Published by Sam Flores

Ingredients for my breakfast and lunch As a sometime gym girl, I do care about my protein intake. But for me, the priority is usually fibre. Don’t get me wrong: protein helps us to feel fuller and keeps our muscles healthy (especially crucial as we age). But many of us are actually getting too much of it. Meanwhile, only 10% of us eat the recommended 30g of fibre a day. That’s a shame, because it’s linked to lower heart disease, cancer, and dementia risk. Whatever your health goals, though, one struggle remains constant: eating healthily throughout the week without feeling either exhausted by endless cooking or bored by bland meal prep. I’m not saying my picks are the perfect answer: no meal is thrilling on day three. But I have found a mostly make-ahead breakfast and dinner combo that requires next to no effort to cook and means I can enjoy 23g fibre and 43g protein by 2pm, leaving my evenings more flexible for CBA dinners. Here are the recipes if you want to give them a go: 1) Mango Skyr chia pudding …

‘People should aim to get a variety’: the pros and cons of popular protein sources | Well actually

Published by Sam Flores

Do you think you’re not getting enough protein? Debbie Fetter, an associate professor in nutrition at the University of California, Davis, likes to ask her students this same question. In a lecture hall of more than 500 people, “almost every hand shoots up”, she says. Protein is top of mind for consumers. A 2024 survey of 3,000 Americans suggests most are trying to eat more of it, and research shows that foods labeled “more protein” are especially appealing to consumers. And as consumers become more aware of their intake, they may wonder whether some sources are better than others. “People should aim to get a variety of protein sources in their diet,” says Andrea Glenn, an assistant professor of nutrition at New York University. Here’s how to navigate individual needs and preferences, while getting the nutrients needed for good health. What is protein and why is it important? Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, and for making enzymes, hormones and disease-fighting antibodies. It is made up of smaller units called amino acids. The …

The 3 things you need to know about protein, according to an expert

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There are many sources of protein in your diet Tatiana Bralnina/Alamy From powders to popcorn to pancakes – supermarket shelves are awash with products stuffed with protein, but what is behind this nutritional trend? Donald Layman at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign takes some responsibility for the craze, having conducted more than 100 studies over the decades, mostly focusing on one amino acid: leucine. Layman has consistently linked leucine, which is found in dietary protein, to muscle growth and repair. This helped make protein a wonder nutrient for young people seeking a honed physique and for older individuals looking to limit the muscle loss that naturally occurs with age. Here, he tells New Scientist the three most important things we should know about protein. 1. The protein craze is overblown If you care enough to read an article about protein, you’re probably sufficiently conscious of your food choices to not be deficient in it. The latest US dietary guidelines recommend a target of 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight …

The Protein Shortage Is Coming

Published by Sam Flores

In retrospect, maybe the protein Pop-Tarts were a bit much. Americans, broadly speaking, are in a state of protein mania. We are eating it at breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and just about anytime in between. We like it in chips, candy, soda, water. We like protein so much, in fact, that we’ve been eating it all up. Whey-protein prices are surging, and a shortage may be imminent. “Demand is strengthening,” the USDA warned in a recent report, and “inventories remain tight.” Some manufacturers have already sold their supplies for the full year. Since January, wholesale prices for food-grade whey powder have risen by more than 50 percent, to the highest level on record, according to the commodity-pricing experts at DCA Market Intelligence. Retail prices are going up, too: Six months ago, a two-pound jug of Optimum Nutrition’s “delicious strawberry”–flavored whey protein powder went for about $40 on Amazon; now it’s $54.03. “We’ve absolutely felt it,” Stephen Zieminski, the CEO of the supplement company Naked Nutrition, said of the shortage in an email to me (though …

This protein shake tastes like a tropical cocktail and has 20g of protein Recipes

Published by Jenni Sidey

During the warmer months, I crave fresh and fruity drinks, but I don’t really love the calories and sugar that come along with them. Thankfully, last summer I was introduced to a great alternative. I stopped at a local soda shop and tried what they called a protein refresher. It was delicious, but also expensive. I knew I had to recreate it at home and I’m so glad I did. The shop had listed clear protein as the main ingredient, so I did some research and found Clean Simple Eats Clear Protein on Amazon, which is 90 calories and 20g of protein per serving. I ordered the blue Bahama flavor. It seemed the closest to what I ordered at the soda shop and the idea of the blue raspberry coconut combo had me reminiscing about the snow cone shacks of my childhood. I was skeptical of the clear protein powder at first, worried that the drink would be chalky or have a weird taste. I ended up being seriously impressed. In a blind taste test, …

Admit It, That Protein Shake Is Basically Soylent

Published by Sam Flores

From the beginning, Soylent was shorthand for a certain kind of guy. A guy who worked in tech and probably wore a hoodie. A guy who, despite his six-figure salary, lived in an unfurnished apartment. Soylent Guy, above all else, did not have time for quotidian tasks such as cooking and chewing. One way you knew this was that he slugged the nutrient-dense slurry known as Soylent. Remember Soylent? In the mid-2010s, Soylent promised to change the world by solving a timeless problem: Everybody has to eat. Instead of chopping vegetables or defrosting a meal, you could fertilize yourself, like a needy rhododendron, with a blend of oat flour, maltodextrin, brown-rice protein, canola oil, fish oil, and just enough sucralose to mask the flavor. For a brief moment, Soylent was beloved—at least in Silicon Valley, where venture capitalists helped turn it into a $170 million brand. It was also a dystopian punch line: What if you stripped life of all joy and bottled the result? Ha! In 2023, Soylent was sold off for a fraction …

Forget meal prep—how I get up to 30g of protein after a workout using only Trader Joe’s snacks

Published by Jenni Sidey

Once I finish a workout, I want a quick and easy snack—something that will satisfy and fuel me, but that doesn’t require me to cook. It’s got to have 20g to 30g of protein to support my recovery and help me stay full until my next meal. After many shopping trips to Trader Joe’s and even more workouts, I’ve settled on a handful of high-protein snacks that are convenient, satiating and enjoyable. I always keep them on hand for post-run refueling and busy afternoons where I need something quick that supports my health and fitness goals, and I often combine snacks to ensure I’m getting the right balance of protein and carbs. Article continues below You may like What that balance looks like depends on the workout. After a shorter or less intense session, I usually try to get in around 15-20g of protein paired with a small source of carbs, like yogurt with a sprinkle of granola or a meat stick and a piece of fruit. After a longer run or more intense workout, …

Here’s How to Get Enough Protein in a Day

Published by Jenni Sidey

How much of my diet should be protein? For active individuals, protein should make up about 25 to 35 percent of total daily calories. “That usually lands around 1.6 to 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, depending on how much training someone is doing,” Kevin Rail, a health coach and nutritionist, says. He adds that people with higher training volumes, especially resistance training, tend to benefit from the upper end of that range. “Sedentary individuals can do well with a lower intake, but going too low makes it harder to preserve muscle during weight loss or ageing,” Rail says. For the average person, this should work out as around 15-25% of your total calorie intake. “Bodyweight is the better measure,” Jordan says. “Most people would benefit from getting protein at every meal, rather than front-loading or skipping it.” Are there any risks to eating too much protein? These days, everything from milk to bread boasts of its protein content. But is there such a thing as too much protein? “For most healthy …

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All posts tagged: protein

New trendy protein supplement is low-calorie alternative to traditional whey powder

This Easy Breakfast And Lunch Gives Me 23g Fibre And 43g Protein

‘People should aim to get a variety’: the pros and cons of popular protein sources | Well actually

The 3 things you need to know about protein, according to an expert

The Protein Shortage Is Coming

This protein shake tastes like a tropical cocktail and has 20g of protein Recipes

Admit It, That Protein Shake Is Basically Soylent

Forget meal prep—how I get up to 30g of protein after a workout using only Trader Joe’s snacks

Here’s How to Get Enough Protein in a Day