So many people are looking for a healthy and convenient ways to hit daily protein goals without relying on highly processed protein powders. Here’s a better, simpler, and often cheaper way… Melissa Morns shares a great option

You can choose whole foods instead of highly processed supplements. Whole foods have a more natural and balanced effect on the body. They contain a full spectrum of nutrients and phytochemicals and are less likely to trigger sensitivities, digestive issues, or unwanted reactions often associated with artificial and processed foods. Unlike flavoured protein powders that undergo intense processing, whole foods have a gentler, more natural effect on your body. They come complete with fibre, vitamins, minerals and bioflavonoids that aid digestion and increase energy and wellbeing. Also, using natural unprocessed protein sources reduces the chance of experiencing any unwanted sensitivities or inflammatory reactions that can sometimes happen with processed foods.

So, instead of scooping an overprocessed flavoured powder, swap it out for whole-food ingredients like Linseed, sunflower and almond meal (LSA), yogurt or Kefir, nut butter or tahini, and minimally processed powders like hemp, flaxseed, and chai. For those who are really after a protein shake that packs a punch you could also consider adding a tablespoon of silken tofu, white beans, or cottage cheese. This recipe below contains approximately 20gm of protein.

Ingredients

1 cup of filtered water

½ cup of fresh or frozen organic blueberries

½ green banana

¼ cup of fresh or frozen avocado

2 heaped tablespoons of LSA

1 heaped tablespoon of hemp meal

¼ cup of kefir

2 tablespoons of unhulled organic tahini

Optional (Adding extra ingredients will make the shake thicker)

1 teaspoon of psyllium*

¼ cup of fresh or frozen mango

Wizz it up and enjoy!

*If you wait to drink your shake later the psyllium will make the shake thicker, just add extra water and stir before drinking, or remove this ingredient.