Here is a list of high-protein foods to add to your low-carb diet

Protein keeps you full for longer and helps in muscle recovery

The pandemic may have kept you at home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pursue your fitness goals. A proper balance of nutritious food and exercise will help shed those extra pounds you may have gained while working from home. A low-carbohydrate and high-protein diet can help with this. Carbohydrates are found in grains, starchy fruits and vegetables, among others. Reducing carbohydrate intake can help you reduce the bump, and it also reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Meanwhile, a high-protein diet helps build lean muscle, burns more calories, and keeps you full longer, avoiding unnecessary chewing on high-calorie snacks.

Here are a few foods that are loaded with protein with a minimum of carbohydrates

1. Eggs

One of the most basic and essential foods that can provide your body with a high protein content is eggs. Include this in your diet, starting with one large egg, which is enough to provide you with a good amount of protein. Having a boiled egg or omelette for breakfast will keep you feeling full longer and prevent overeating. Eggs are also a great post-workout snack.

Eggs are packed with protein and several other nutrients
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2. Greek yogurt

A creamy, luscious bowl of Greek yogurt is delicious and a healthy, low-carb, high-protein food item. Yogurts are low in calories. It is a natural probiotic that can keep your gut healthy and keep digestive problems at bay.

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3. Chia seeds

If you fancy a light snack, enjoy these rich sources of protein, healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids. Chia seeds can keep you full for longer and increase your nutritional intake.

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Chia seeds are packed with fiber and protein
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4. Cow’s milk

Cow’s milk is a great source of protein. It contains a lower fat content. It contains calcium and vitamin D that are essential to your health in more ways than one.

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5. Almonds

Another light snack that is high in protein and low in carbohydrates is almond. Soak overnight and consume it first thing in the morning to jump-start your day. Almonds are also rich in Vitamin E and several other essential nutrients.

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