High protein LOW calorie Topic
Maptab
07/14/12
In an effort to not loose muscle mass while losing weight I am looking for "low calorie" "high protein" options. Here are the ones that our MND Dietitian already passed on to me:
Cheese Stick
Muscle Milk
Low Fat Cottage Cheese
Low Fat Mayo chicken salad
Any other suggestions?
Dietitian
07/14/12
replied to Maptab
Hi Mike, be sure to read my article on protein on MND's main webpage:
http://www.mynetdiary.com/protein-foods-in-diet.html
Best,
Kathy
Maptab
07/14/12
Thanks Kathy. Lot of good stuff there
Dietitian
07/17/12
Thanks, Mike! I sometimes forget to look at that chart myself. I'm trying to be more open minded about shellfish and bivalves but it is hard since I didn't grow up eating very much seafood. And I don't really feel confident buying it fresh or even knowing how to cook it. I have ventured into frozen shrimp and that is about as adventurous as it gets. Makes a great risotto though!
When I lived in Seattle, I learned to love fish - specifically, fresh fish prepared properly. Now I love salmon, halibut, and other types. Will order lots of different types in a seafood restaurant, but I still only buy and prepare salmon, trout, and tilapia in my home.
Kathy
Dietitian
07/18/12
Muscle milk - the light version is very popular at Medical Weight Clinic! I prefer the regular version at 170 calories. I bought a 4-pack to try and I have to say that I really like it. It is also extremely effective at staving off hunger. The regular Vanilla Creme has 170 calories with 20 grams protein and only 7 grams carbs. That is my new fave "processed" snack food that helps me stay on track until I can eat a good balanced meal.
Kathy
Clochette2
07/25/12
I don't like the light version of Muscle Milk. It seems too sweet. Good to know that the regular version is still pretty low carb. I am also looking to get more protein from non-meat sources.
Dietitian
08/09/12
I agree and the light muscle milk is also not as satisfying for me.
Misser55
08/17/12
replied to Dietitian
Hi Kathy. I'm still doing well on the program.Can you check my nutrition chart and give advice about my protein intake? I love my cereal for breakfast but I think I could use some help with some nutrients as certain ones are low when I checked my 30 days. Thanks.
Dietitian
08/22/12
replied to Misser55
Hi Misser55, do you need to take juice at breakfast for meds? If not, then perhaps skip the juice. Your breakfast looks good to me otherwise. If you wanted to add healthy fats w/ vit E, you could include some nuts in your cereal (or wheat Germ).
Which nutrients do you need help on? Remember that nutrients are not required on food labels, and therefore, might show a falsely low intake on your record (e.g. potassium, Vit K, E, most minerals, etc).
Best,
Kathy Isacks, MPS, RD, CDE
Misser55
08/23/12
replied to Dietitian
Thanks. Is my protein intake ok on the daily average? Any other suggestions? Yes, I take my vitamins in the morning and only drink a small glass of juice-4-5fl oz. I take 1,calcium-500 mg,1,vit d-400 UI,1, glucosamine chondroitin 500/400/400 mg, omega 369,1 daily vit for 50+, 1, vit c 1000mg time release and 1 allergy pill. Is this ok? I hardly take any tylenol anymore since my weight loss in the mornings for my arthritis but somedays it's difficult.
High protein LOW calorie
