Protein helps build muscle and keeps you satiated, and eating various forms of protein (meat, poultry, fish, soy, dairy) can help you do this. But, eating or drinking protein powder is an easy and convenient way to get more of this vital nutrient into your diet. If you are like most people, you think of protein powder as something you shake up with water and chug down after a workout. And while they’re great for that, there are so many other ways to use protein powder.
Here are some easy ways:
Protein Shake- A traditional shake that I blend one serving of flavored whey protein (I prefer the vanilla flavor) powder with either cow’s milk, almond, coconut or soy milk and any fruit of choice (banana, berries, melon).
Cookies- I know, how healthy can this be? Well, I wouldn’t go an eat the whole tray, but these protein based cookies are a great energy boost! Click on this link for the recipe.
Protein Pancakes- I have never been a fan of pancakes, too sweet and leaves me feeling hungrier than I started out feeling. But these pancakes are a great source of energy and taste delicious! Click here for the recipe!