Oftentimes, we hear a lot of fear mongering around gut health.
So let’s dive in!
Here are ninehigh-protein snacksrecommended by top experts in the field of nutrition.
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That kind of nutrition will leave you feeling full for hours.
Alternatively, ricotta cheese or cottage cheese could work here too.
We love the combination of crackers, cheese, and fruit for a balanced and colorful snack.
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“I also mix regular yogurt with peanut butter powder to increase the protein content even more.
Add some fruit for fiber and you’ve got a great snack!”
Kefir
Similar to yogurt, kefir is a fermented milk product.
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“Kefir is a fermented drink prepared with cow or goat’s milk.
Kefir is described as a “drinkable yogurt”.
It contains about 10 grams of protein, and three times more probiotics than yogurt per serving.
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This recipe is so simple, you’re free to make it at home.
All you need are:
“Set aside the hemp seeds and peach,” Balsamo advises.
Divide the pudding into bowls or jars, and top with diced peaches and hemp seeds.
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Refrigerate for at least two hours to set.
DeSantis enjoys making her own using lentils which are a nutrition powerhouse.
“Make it an adult snack by adding optional spice!
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Steph Magill, MS, RD, CD, FAND,agrees.
“Lentils and beans make delicious dips and spreads,” says Magill.
These are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and mineralsall important to keeping your gut healthy!”
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Shyamala Vishnumohan PhD, APD,a gut health and prenatal dietitian in Perth, Australia.
“Bananas provide prebiotics, which act as food for healthy gut bacteria.
Peanut butter offers sustaining plant-based protein and fiber, which help support digestion.
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Even better, the flavor combination is simply delicious.”
“Tempeh can be included as a staple and complete protein source on a plant-based diet.”
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