4 Protein Filled Meal Ideas

You probably know that eating healthy is important, even though you might consciously not do that, because there’s tempting junk food in your refrigerator or you simply don’t know how to go around making a healthy meal, some, actually, don’t require much preparation at all.

Proper diet is an integrated part of fitness, healthy nutrition and physically active lifestyle should go hand-to-hand.
Fruit salad

Fruit SaladCut up a variety of fruits (apple, banana, kiwi & apricot / grape is a very good combination) and add whipped cream if you’d like, that’s it! Fruits are a good source of antioxidants (enzymes which protect us from aging), fiber (a type of carbohydrate), vitamins and minerals.
Oatmeal

OatmealOatmeal provides you with protein, good fat & (complex) carbs. Carbs are used as energy source by your body so it’s a key nutrient to jump-starting the day, contributing to making oatmeal an excellent breakfast. Oatmeal contributes to weight loss because, the complex carbs in it have a low Glycemic Index which means that they will be absorbed slowly, which in turn means that your hunger will be satisfied.
Whole grain / wheat bread with peanut butter

Bread with peanut butterContains proteins, complex carbs, good fat and fiber.
A healthy snack that will make you feel full (the fiber) and is abundant in nutrients. You may want to put some chocolate cream to add sweetness, peanut butter is not known for its sweetness…
Cottage cheese

Cottage cheeseContains 17% protein, a good choice for a post-workout meal.
Sold in cans, of course.
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Well this is just what I often eat, but you definitely should google for more a comprehensive list! Read below for some guidelines to help you choose healthy foods for your fitness endeavor.
Basic guidelines for healthy foods selection

Eat whole grains (not whole wheat), drop the refined grains.
Go for 100% whole grain bread, wild & brown rice, oatmeal, popcorn, quinoa, etc…
Whole grains are a good source of B vitamins, vitamin E, iron, magnesium, fiber & other antioxidants.
Studies have shown that consuming whole grains on a regular basis reduces the risk of heart disease, many types of cancer, helps people with diabetes & aids weight-loss.

Eat good fats (Monounsaturated Fats, Polyunsaturated Fats), avoid bad fats (Saturated Fats, Trans Fats).
Sources of good fats are nuts, avocado, canola oil, salmon, fish oil, etc… Sources of bad fats: French Fries, cookies, meat, dairy products, etc…
Don’t think all fats are bad, our body actually needs fats to function.

Eat fruits & vegetables, about 5 servings (combined) a day.
They contain minerals, vitamins, phytochemicals, fiber and are unlikely to make you gain weight!

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