7 Simple Ways to Get More Protein

With the holidays here, schedules get busy, meals get rushed, and goals can feel harder to stay on track, especially when it comes to eating enough protein. The good news? It doesn’t have to be complicated.

Here are 7 super simple ways to add more protein to your day:

1. Add a scoop of protein to your morning routine
Stir it into oatmeal, smoothies, coffee, or yogurt, easy win.

2. Include a protein source at every meal
Think eggs, Greek yogurt, tuna packs, chicken, tofu, beans.

3. Upgrade your sides
Swap toast for Greek yogurt, chips for roasted chickpeas, or regular pasta for chickpea/lentil pasta.

4. Snack smarter
Choose higher-protein snacks: beef jerky, protein bars, string cheese, edamame, nuts.

5. Holiday Tip: Build a “protein-first” plate
At holiday dinners, start with turkey or ham before piling on the sides.

6. Add protein into holiday treats
Try protein hot cocoa, protein cookie batter, or peppermint protein balls.

7. Keep easy options ready
Rotisserie chicken, hard-boiled eggs, tuna packets, pre-cooked shrimp, ready-to-drink shakes.

Small changes add up, especially during a busy time of year. Pick one or two of these to get started, and you’ll notice a difference quickly.