Here’s a list of high-protein foods you can add to your low-carb diet.

Protein keeps you full longer and helps repair muscles

The pandemic may have kept you stuck at home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pursue your fitness goals. A proper balance between a nutritious diet and exercise will help you lose the extra pounds you may have gained while working from home. A low-carb, high-protein diet can help accomplish this. Carbohydrates are found in cereals, fruits and starchy vegetables, among others. Reducing your carbohydrate intake can help reduce swelling and also lower your risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Meanwhile, a high-protein diet helps build lean muscle, burn more calories and keep you fuller for longer, thus preventing unnecessary gnawing of high-calorie snacks.

Here are some foods that are loaded with low carb protein

1. Eggs

One of the most basic and essential foods that can give the body rich protein is the egg. Include this in your diet starting with a large egg that is enough to give you a good amount of protein. You have boiled eggs or an omelet for breakfast and it will keep you fuller for a longer period of time, thus preventing overeating. Eggs also make an excellent snack after training.

Eggs are loaded with protein and other nutrients
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2. Greek yogurt

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

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3. Chia seeds

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

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

Cow’s milk is an excellent source of protein. It contains a lower fat content. It consists of calcium and vitamin D, which are essential for your health in many ways.

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5. Almonds

Another light snack with high amounts of protein and low carbohydrate content is almonds. Soak overnight and consume it as the first thing in the morning to start your day. Almonds are also rich in vitamin E and other vital nutrients.

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