Caroline Susie advises on protein intake amid grocery store protein boom

5 articles · Updated · WFAA.com · Apr 27

Speaking in Dallas, Susie said research supports 25 to 30 grams of protein at breakfast, lunch and dinner, rather than concentrating intake in one large evening meal.
She said balanced meals such as fish, rice and vegetables are more filling and nutritious than protein bars, and noted protein management can help people in menopause, on GLP-1 drugs and in post-workout recovery.
Susie also recommended affordable non-meat options including cottage cheese, tofu, hummus, edamame and canned fish, while urging shoppers to read labels for sugar alcohols, additives and added fibres.

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