I drink a protein shake every morning. It’s not because I’m ripped or swole (although, of course, I am) but it’s fast, easy, and doesn’t spike my blood sugar. I can throw a handful of berries and peanut butter into the blender to get some fiber and vitamin intake while I’m hustling my kids around the house to get them to school in the morning. You’re probably eating enough protein anyway. But if you, too, are looking for alternative breakfast or snack ideas, I’m a fan.
My personal protein powder is the Be Well By Kelly Chocolate Grass-Fed Beef ($60), but I fully acknowledge that you shouldn’t have to eat like Gaston to get your daily protein requirements in. Orgain’s protein powder blends pea, brown rice, chia, and mung bean proteins to hit all nine essential amino acids and has 21 grams of protein per serving, plus 4 grams of fiber and prebiotics and 15 grams of carbs. It also blends surprisingly creamy, considering that it’s dairy-free.
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Photograph: Boutayna Chokrane
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Photograph: Boutayna Chokrane
Optimum Nutrition
Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder
Our top pick for protein powder, the Optimum Whey, is also $5 off. This is a favorite of gym rats for understandable reasons—it’s affordable, widely available, and tastes good. Reviewer Boutayna Chokrane uses it for baking by swapping a few scoops in for flour in her banana bread.
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Photograph: Boutayna Chokrane
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Photograph: Boutayna Chokrane
Promix
Whey Isolate Protein Powder (Unflavored)
Our favorite protein powder for athletes, Promix Grass-Fed Whey Isolate is also on sale. Promix micro-filters this one to contain less than 1 gram of lactose, making it a great choice for sensitive stomachs. Each serving delivers 30 grams of protein, 6.6 grams of BCAAs, and 14.2 grams of essential amino acids. Promix also nails texture, there’s no grittiness here. It works well in shakes and baked goods.
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