As a busy gal, it can be challenging to prioritise protein in your diet. However, it’s essential for maintaining energy levels, supporting muscle growth and repair, and keeping you full and satisfied throughout the day.
Stuck for ideas? Check out the recipes on our blog using Made Monday, providing you with 20g+ of protein to kickstart your day.
Why Protein Matters
Protein is a vital nutrient that plays a critical role in many bodily functions. When you don't consume enough protein, you may experience:
- Fatigue and low energy
- Difficulty losing weight or maintaining weight loss
- Slower recovery from exercise or injury
- Increased hunger and cravings for unhealthy snacks
Easy Ways to Boost Your Protein Intake
Eat Protein First
When eating a meal, start with the protein source. This ensures you consume the protein portion, even if you don't finish the entire meal. Eating protein first also helps control blood sugar and insulin levels for longer lasting energy.
Protein-Rich Snacks
Many common snack foods are low in protein. Focus on protein rich snacks like nuts, hard-boiled eggs, Greek yoghurt, or Made Monday overnight oats. Incorporating protein rich snacks throughout the day will ensure you aren’t leaving all of your protein until the end of the day (this isn’t enjoyable or sustainable!).
Plan Your Meals Around Protein
Build your meals and snacks around protein sources, then add other nutrient-dense foods. Try pairing protein sources with complex carbohydrates and healthy fats for balanced meals.
Foods You Didn't Know Will Boost Your Protein
- Dairy (greek yoghurt, cottage cheese, milk)
- Legumes (lentils, chickpeas, beans)
- Nuts and seeds (almonds, chia seeds, peanut butter)
- Whole grains (quinoa, oats)
- Made Monday's overnight oats (a blend of protein-rich ingredients like rolled oats, seeds, almond and faba bean protein)
Your Protein-Packed Solution for Busy Gals On-The-Go
Made Monday overnight oats are designed to help busy gals like you hit your protein goals.
Carefully crafted with a blend of protein-rich ingredients, including wholegrain oats, seeds, almond and faba bean protein oats. Our convenient, healthy, and delicious oats are:
- High in protein and fibre to keep you full and satisfied
- Low in sugar for balanced energy levels
- Supports healthy weight management
- Dairy free and vegan friendly for improved digestion
- Made with natural ingredients and no artificial additives
- Takes 2 minutes to prepare
- Perfect for breakfast or as a protein-rich snack
- Easy to customise with your favourite toppings
By incorporating Made Monday overnight oats into your diet, you'll be one step closer to achieving your protein goals and maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
Key Takeaways:
- Eat protein first to regulate blood sugar and insulin levels
- Incorporate protein-rich snacks to keep you full and satisfied
- Plan your meals around protein sources for a balanced diet
- Made Monday overnight oats are a convenient and healthy way to boost your protein intake
Whether you're looking to support muscle growth and repair, or simply need a convenient and healthy breakfast option, Made Monday is here for you.