Protein doesn't mean meat. You don't even need to include meat in your diet to be healthy and strong and this is one of the reasons why veganism is becoming a popular choice for many.
The benefits of having a lot of protein in your diet will help give your metabolism a boost and will help with muscle repair. So, in order to create a diet that's rich in protein, here's what you should include:
1. Eggs
Eggs are a great source of protein and they're not particularly expensive either. They are so easy to cook with and blend perfectly with any meal. Plus, only one egg can contain up to 6g of protein.
2. Beans
Soya beans or chickpeas are also a great source of protein. However, don't rely on them as your only protein source and ensure you mix in with other types of high-protein foods.
3. Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese is great for anyone training or looking to lose weight because it's super versatile, which means you can have it with crackers for lunch, or with carrot sticks as a mid-afternoon snack. Either way, it's the perfect food choice to get your daily dose of protein as most packs contain 11g per 100g.
4. Almond Butter
Almonds are amazing for protein. However, because it's so tasty try not to go too overboard! Almond Butter is great because it has a lot of energising properties, and even Meghan Markle uses it for a natural boost! Try pairing it with apples for the perfect combination.
5. Broccoli
Broccoli, we know is a great side dish for any fitness fanatics dinner course. But the real reason why is that it’s packed with protein contains lots of Vitamin C, fibre and potassium. Did you know that 1 cup of protein can hold up to 3 grams of protein and only consists of around 100 calories?
6. Greek Yoghurt
Ask any fitness instructor and they will advise you to eat Greek Yoghurt. But make sure to opt for the 0% fat version, which is just as delicious and tasty as the full-fat ones. However, because of its thick consistency, I always find adding a tiny drop of honey makes it taste that much better! Also, one pot of Greek Yoghurt can have up to as much of 17 grams of protein in it.
7. Pumpkin Seeds
If you feel yourself getting quite peckish throughout the day, whether you're on the move or at your desk, pumpkin seeds are the perfect snack. They're also really rich in protein, averaging at 30g per 100g!