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ask the nutritionist: favorite protein sources

10.25.11

Don’t worry, I’m not going to give you a science lesson on protein. I like the food aspect so much more than the scientific one.

Protein. We all need it. Some of us get too much. Some of us don’t get enough.

Sometimes it is easy to get enough. Other times its not.

I am definitely what I would consider a “protein person.” I need a decent amount of protein (and fat) at each meal or I get hungry. And then I get really crabby. Ask the Taster, he’ll tell you it isn’t pretty.

Here are some of my favorite – EASY – ways to get in protein!

Favorite, Easy Proteins:

peanut butter or other nut butters
cheese sticks
greek yogurt
tofu
hard boiled eggs
edamame
protein bars like thinkThin
sprouted bread
cottage cheese
tuna
beans like lentils
protein shake/smoothie
oatmeal

What are your favorite ways to eat protein?

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favorite fall recipes

10.05.11

Fall always seems to be a favorite of seasons among the masses, and I always get really excited for slowing down, using the crock pot and making football food.

Since I’ve lived in the Midwest my entire life, I have no idea what fall will feel like in Southern California. I’m sure I’ll miss the change of seasons but I also really like palm trees, so I might be ok.

Because I’ve had a few weeks without a kitchen, I can’t wait to cook some fall foods once we are settled in California. Here are some that have caught my eye! Add your favorites below!