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Smoothies can be an amazing, nutrient-dense snack.

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Why should you drink high-protein smoothies?

What are some of the reasons you may be thinking about eating more protein on a daily basis?

And on top of all that, protein is also helpful inboosting metabolismand reducing hunger levels.

Chocolate coconut banana smoothie

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However, getting enough protein throughout your day can be difficult for some.

How much protein do you need in a day?

If you need a quick way to calculate, they recommend multiplying your weight by 0.36.

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Some of these incorporate your preferred protein powder, while others just get their protein from food sources.

Get our recipe forChocolate-Coconut Banana Smoothie.

Get our recipe forPeaches and Kale Smoothie.

mexican chocolate smoothie bowl with raspberries and chopped chocolate

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Get our recipe forMexican Chocolate Smoothie Bowl.

For this smoothie, we recommend thispaleo granolabrand, thispaleo protein powder, as well as thiscoconut yogurt.

Get our recipe forPaleo Smoothie.

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Get our recipe forChocolate Hazelnut Adaptogen Smoothie.

Some people are turned off by the taste, but this beverage can help yourgut healthand microbiome.

Get the recipe forThe Kefir Cookbook’s Banana Smoothie.

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If you need ideas, we likeOrgain Organic Protein.

Get our recipe forPumpkin Spice Smoothie.

Get our recipe forDark Chocolate Banana Nut Smoothie.

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Get the recipe forBerry Cauliflower Smoothievia Tone It Up.

Get the recipe fromAmbitious Kitchen.

You’ll satisfy your cravings and stay full much longer than you would with just a slice of pie.

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And an added benefit?

Each glass serves up 18 grams of protein.

Post-Workout Recovery Tart Cherry Smoothie Bowl

Protein:25 grams

Who doesn’t love the combination of chocolate andcherry?

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Get the recipe fromWell Plated By Erin.

The Best Breakfast Smoothie

Wake up to some protein with this peanut butter-based, high-protein smoothie.

Get the recipe fromFit Foodie Finds.

berry cauliflower smoothie

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Get the recipe fromThe Big Man’s World.

This strawberry smoothie with mango will satisfy your sweet cravings while giving you over 25 grams of lean protein.

Get the recipe fromThe Seasoned Mom.

Chocolate peanut butter smoothie

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Get the recipe fromMinimalist Baker.

Get the recipe fromEating Bird Food.

coconut key lime pie smoothie

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sweet potato pie smoothie

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Tart cherry smoothie bowl

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Greek yogurt smoothie

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best breakfast smoothie

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oatmeal smoothie

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Mango and strawberry smoothie

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vegan chocolate protein smoothie

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