A Little Protein Throughout the Day Goes a Long Way!
When you’re trying to build muscle, you don’t have to eat a massive amount of protein at one sitting to see a benefit. In fact, a new research study suggests that the best way to maximize muscle building is to eat a moderate amount of protein (about 4 ounces) at each meal throughout the day. Here are some simple tips to help put these recommendations into practice:
- Plan for a Protein Jump-start: Many people forget to include protein at the start of their day. Try to include eggs, milk, yogurt, or cottage cheese at breakfast to kick-start the day with protein.
- Mid-day Munch: Power up at lunchtime by topping a salad with slices of lean beef.
- Steady Snacking: Curb the mid-afternoon munchies with a protein-packed beef jerky stick and an apple, orange or pear. Or wrap your favorite vegetables with thin slices of lean beef for a quick snack.
- Deliciously Satisfying Dinners: Stir a variety of chopped vegetables into your favorite lean ground beef and tomato sauce for a nutrient-rich pasta dinner. Or create a stir-fry made with mixed vegetables and thinly sliced lean beef strips, for a quick and easy meal.
For additional information about high-quality protein’s benefits as well as more tips for incorporating moderate amounts of protein into the diet throughout the day, you may be interested in reviewing the following fact sheets:
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