Protein is essential in our diets. Our bodies our made up of protein and it is important to have protein in our diets to make sure that our bodies run efficiently. When working out it is that much more important to have high protein amounts in your diet.
Many people have heard of high protein diets but don’t understand how much they should have. During weightlifting microscopic tears happen in the muscle and as the muscle repairs the muscle then gets stronger and bigger. Having protein in our diets helps the muscles repair. This is why we need to increase protein intake if we are physically active.
The client should consult your trainer on how many grams of protein should be in your diet but a general rule of thumb is to have .7 grams of protein per pound of body weight. Below we have posted a high protein snack that can help you to get to that magic number of grams of protein.
Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
1 cup chocolate protein powder
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup oat bran
Directions
In mixing bowl, combine all ingredients thoroughly. Roll 1 tablespoon of dough each into a walnut size balls and place on waxed paper.
You can roll the balls in extra protein powder, cocoa powder, or powdered sugar to make less sticky on the outside.
You can also add raisins, mini chocolate chips or M & M's, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, etc into the dough. (Note: These optional additions are not in current nutritional information).
Makes approximately 36 round balls
Nutrition facts are based on one ball. We recommend Using EAS 100% Whey Protein Powder (Chocolate) and All Natural Peanut Butter and Honey. If using different ingredients nutrition facts may vary.
Calories: 113
Protein: 16g
Carbs: 13.4g
Sugar: 8.8g
Fat: 1g
1 cup chocolate protein powder
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup oat bran
Directions
In mixing bowl, combine all ingredients thoroughly. Roll 1 tablespoon of dough each into a walnut size balls and place on waxed paper.
You can roll the balls in extra protein powder, cocoa powder, or powdered sugar to make less sticky on the outside.
You can also add raisins, mini chocolate chips or M & M's, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, etc into the dough. (Note: These optional additions are not in current nutritional information).
Makes approximately 36 round balls
Nutrition facts are based on one ball. We recommend Using EAS 100% Whey Protein Powder (Chocolate) and All Natural Peanut Butter and Honey. If using different ingredients nutrition facts may vary.
Calories: 113
Protein: 16g
Carbs: 13.4g
Sugar: 8.8g
Fat: 1g
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