https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:18:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks/page/2#post-2352523 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:42:13 +0000 Jules 2352523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>On the cottage cheese theme - I realize this probably won’t help you Helena but maybe someone else - yesterday I threw together some cottage cheese, salsa and sliced olives (plus sriracha) and ate it with bagel chips - quite tasty, similar to those layered dips with cream cheese, salsa etc. Another use for it is egg bites - Starbucks copycat recipes abound on the internet. I use the instant pot and a silicone mold from Amazon, but this recipe is for muffin tins in the oven. Very handy for grab and go. The bacon and Gruyère version is rich (and a bit pricy to make) but there are many other variations.</p> <p><a href="https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/bacon-gruyere-egg-bites.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.onceuponachef.com/.....bites.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks/page/2#post-2352471 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 16:25:37 +0000 April 2352471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Crispy fried tofu is a good one, as is crispy fried chicken-style seitan (if there's no gluten sensitivity). I made a batch of fresh seitan yesterday in this style for our Year of the Dragon mini-celebration, and today convert it to fried "chicken" nuggets for during the Puppy Bowl.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>In case the pattern isn't clear, most people will eat things that are crispy. People who don't like meat or beans or breakfast are often "texture eaters" who will accept crispy or crunchy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352429 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 02:57:57 +0000 AJ 2352429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Is cereal OK? This has 20 g of protein per 1 cup serving. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352377 Sat, 10 Feb 2024 17:40:35 +0000 kkards 2352377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t currently use protein powders but have recently been thinking/researching ideas of adding more protein to my diet. Along the way I’ve found a Canadian dietician who has easy to digest (pun intended) information. &nbsp;Anyway she has lots on info about protein powder. &nbsp;<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-powder/">https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-powder/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352351 Sat, 10 Feb 2024 09:10:24 +0000 Bijou 2352351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My son is going to the gym daily and has increased his protein intake beyond what he was getting from normal meals. He eats 40g of nuts each day as an after-school snack, drinks milo pro (which has 15g of protein per serve) mixed with milk and eats 50g of biltong (dried beef) as a post workout snack daily. He has also been more interested in eating cheese, drinking milk and eating eggs to make sure his protein intake meets his requirements. At the age of 15 he is very slim but has defined muscles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352289 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 14:06:17 +0000 Aquamarine 2352289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve been using a lot of PB2 powder because I currently can’t eat fat. Great PB flavor if your child has an issue with PB butter texture but likes the flavor OK. There’s a version with added cocoa but I haven’t tried it.</p> <p>I stir it into yogurt or skim milk and you can even bake with it, though I haven’t tried that yet. It’s easy to up the protein content because a serving size is only 2 tablespoons.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352235 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:19:03 +0000 Kate 2352235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try Skyr, which has more protein than yogurt. I'm also a big fan of kefir. Nuts are great, if your charge doesn't have a nut allergy, and I would investigate other beans besides black beans. Bean world is huge and delicious! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352230 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 23:36:38 +0000 Angie 2352230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with <b>Peri</b>. I LOVE fresh tofu. If peanut sauce is something your family will eat - make peanut tofu, or sweet soy sauce with Ketjap Manis tofu :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352220 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 22:43:46 +0000 Peri 2352220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am allergic to milk protein so I struggle here also...so many recs for milk products above. I tried for months to find a vegan protein powder for smoothies that was tolerable and the best one I've found is Sun Warrior brand, Warrior Blend in Vanilla. Not that it is delicious, just that it is not awful! But...they are all sweetened with Stevia, which I hate, so my hack is a TBSP of pure cocoa powder. It doesn't add sugar, the chocolate taste covers the Stevia taste, and the Stevia is sweet enough that the cocoa powder isn't bitter. I add frozen blueberries, almond butter, hemp seeds and almond milk. Decently good.</p> <p>I also love tofu so have her search Pinterest for "Crispy Sticky Tofu" for some good recipes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352219 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 22:37:22 +0000 Sal 2352219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I realised that I wasn't clear in my post - with the jelly you make it with one cup of hot water and one cup of greek yoghurt (or pureed cottage cheese).&nbsp; There are recipes on tik tok if you search.</p> <p>And you may call it Jello not Jelly too!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352213 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:30:54 +0000 Helena 2352213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all so much ... going to try many of these that are new/different to us (or tried long ago and maybe things have changed) ... have also found a few bars that seem to be acceptable, thank goodness!</p> <p>It's protein specifically that was recommended by the doctor, for their particular situation (but extra calories never hurt this extremely active charge, so great suggestions there also).</p> <p>Thank you all SO much xx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352207 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:01:43 +0000 Jonesy 2352207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We are mostly vegetarian and my younger kid doesn't eat cheese, so cooking has been an adventure for us over the years. My rec: Tofu!!! It's high in protein and doesn't have much flavor on its own, so it can be tucked into lots of things, e.g., silken tofu can be added to a shake or malt or smoothie, firm tofu can be broken into a crumble and fried up with lots of spices and put into a flour tortilla like a burrito, and so on. I also second nut butters and cheese. And I would give beans another go, since there are so many varieties that can be treated different ways, like pureed in a soup. A child who is a picky eater is an extreme challenge, so I sympathize!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352160 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 14:39:41 +0000 unfrumped 2352160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fairlife protein drinks. Lactose free, 30 G protein.And their milk, for not-sweet. Fairlife also makes high- protein ice cream but my usual grocers have stopped carrying it. </p> <p>Eggs of course - doesn’t have to be breakfast—and egg whites added , or cooked alone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352156 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 14:14:46 +0000 Anonymous 2352156@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like whey protien powder more than others I've tried, but if I make a smoothie, I have to wash the blender- and I'm lazy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352102 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 02:23:44 +0000 Joyce B 2352102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also find it hard to increase protein in food. I add Greek yogurt, Kefir, salmon but having the right amount is a struggle. Sometimes I add whey powder, so far I think it is safe.<br /> Please be careful with protein powders as several have been found to contain contaminants, including heavy metals.<br /> The reference below cites a study from 2018. I would prefer something more recent but that is what I found for now.</p> <p><a href="https://cleanlabelproject.org/the-best-worst-protein-powder-products/" rel="nofollow">https://cleanlabelproject.org/.....-products/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.consumerreports.org/dietary-supplements/heavy-metals-in-protein-supplements/" rel="nofollow">https://www.consumerreports.or.....pplements/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352101 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 01:58:47 +0000 judy 2352101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your post reminded me that I used to make these...they are really good and so easy:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://cupofjo.com/2014/04/21/two-ingredient-pancakes/">https://cupofjo.com/2014/04/21.....-pancakes/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Ah, interesting, there is another link in the above article about picky eaters too&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://cupofjo.com/2012/06/04/motherhood-mondays-french-kids-eat-everything/">https://cupofjo.com/2012/06/04.....verything/</a>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352088 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 01:22:33 +0000 Carla 2352088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Due to digestive issues, I’ve been struggling with ‘hard’ meats, so look for alternative sources. &nbsp;High protein (17%) Greek yogurt in breakfast smoothies, and trail mix with nuts and seeds (raisins, craisins for iron, and Smarties!) are easy. &nbsp;I love poached eggs and egg salad too. &nbsp;Cheese is good. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>For a non eater, sometimes just placing a small bowl of trail mix* next to them as they do homework, or watch TV - then walking away, can get them ingesting the calories they need without feeling like the food police are watching.</p> <p>* a plate with olives, cheese cubes, and a few crackers.<br />* some cut up fruit or veggies and dip</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352073 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 00:24:19 +0000 rachylou 2352073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I loved this tofu taco from a now defunct cafe. Originally, they used refrigerator pickle burdock matchsticks (just burdock slices in a vinegar) as a garnish. 5-spice tofu, pickled beets/burdock, cabbage slaw, cilantro, avocado cashew cream, corn tortilla. I make it at home sometimes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352040 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 20:25:50 +0000 Barbara Diane 2352040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t like the texture of cottage cheese but if I blend it smaller or completely purée it I like it. Nut butters? Can blend with bananas, tofu, etc.<br /> Lasagna? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2352006 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:37:22 +0000 Jorja 2352006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try a protein pancake&nbsp;<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://thedeliciousspoon.com/oatmeal-cottage-cheese-pancakes/">https://thedeliciousspoon.com/.....-pancakes/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351994 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:36:32 +0000 cat2 2351994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the whey protein powders have a pretty neutral taste, and can go in a smoothie. The pea powders have a distinctive taste, so I would skip those. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351973 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 10:44:34 +0000 Olive Green 2351973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div> I use an unflavored collagen in my coffee each morning, more protein than eggs. It can go in baked goods, over cereals, in sauces, juices, etc. Whatever the person will eat.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Collagen-Peptides-Powder-Supplement-Joints/dp/B005KG7EDU?pd_rd_w=AZfDe&amp;content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&amp;pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&amp;pf_rd_r=TSXYJNVAZTB5JJP20ZM7&amp;pd_rd_wg=rvNmX&amp;pd_rd_r=1fe54a1b-b9ae-45eb-9117-c04cf5ce4a07&amp;pd_rd_i=B005KG7EDU&amp;psc=1&amp;ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_gwd_bag_pd_gw_rp_1_i">https://www.amazon.com/Collage.....De&#038;co</a></div><br /><div>I don’t tolerate whey or pea powders, this is very easy to digest.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351960 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 06:11:03 +0000 Suz 2351960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jules,</b> I'm with you on the cottage cheese with fruit. I like with blueberries, too, in summer...or pineapple this time of year.&nbsp;</p> <p>In summer, with cucumbers and tomatoes. :)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Helena</b>, I feel the struggle. I like all the things and I still have trouble getting enough protein sometimes myself. Trying to get a fussy eater to eat enough is...well...a job.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351954 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:39:55 +0000 Jenni NZ 2351954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We buy a specific brand of Greek yoghurt which is called “Anchor Protein Plus”. I don’t imagine you have that brand, as an NZ brand, but maybe you have some yoghurts with extra protein? We sub it for sour cream on lots of savoury dishes too, like nachos. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351947 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 02:35:30 +0000 Indigoprint 2351947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure if you are only looking for protein or calories in general.<br /> But if calories are a goal neutral oils/ MCT oil are options that dieticians that I work with often reccomend for caloric increase. Worth looking into if calories are a goal. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351939 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 01:56:58 +0000 avicennia 2351939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My go to is a breakfast pudding of chia, hemp and flax seeds. Chia seeds are high in protein, low in carbs. But if your charge doesn’t like to eat, that’s a problem. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351934 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 22:38:29 +0000 Jules 2351934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you tried the protein added milks (like Natrel plus) or Carnation Breakfast drink?<br /> Are nuts an option? Everything Bagel flavoured cashews taste more like a snack than a punishment…<br /> I personally love cottage cheese with clementine/mandarin segments this time of year, but my kids won’t even try it (everyone else should though! It’s delicious! Add Tabasco or Frank’s red hot!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351922 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:56:36 +0000 Marmee 2351922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yogurt and whey protein powder with cacao powder. &nbsp;I don't sweeten, but I'm guessing most people would prefer it less tart. &nbsp;Also, yogurt, whey protein powder and pomegranate powder (with sweetener if desired). Or do a yogurt/whey protein powder smoothie and add frozen fruit!</p> <p>Also, I feel your pain. &nbsp;My kids are on their way to being grown up now, but I struggled to get my selective eaters to eat a wider variety of foods. &nbsp;Both are actually using recipes and cooking for themselves now!!</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351918 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:13:11 +0000 Helena 2351918@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you both! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/your-fave-protein-hacks#post-2351916 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:08:59 +0000 MsMary 2351916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am not a fan of protein powders but I don't mind these protein bars:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Protein-Variety-Chocolate-Caramel/dp/B0CFX6RY3K/ref=sr_1_9?hvadid=604543116226&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9031104&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=16355459176505965714&amp;hvtargid=kwd-2909062106&amp;hydadcr=21882_13323192&amp;keywords=pure+protein+protein+bars&amp;qid=1707246507&amp;s=grocery&amp;sr=1-9">https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Pr.....did=604543</a></p> <p>I see them at Costco and Target brick-and-mortar stores. </p>