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LOS ANGELES (KABC) — From protein powders to protein Pop-Tarts, the popularity and marketing for high-protein diets is certainly on the rise.<\/p>\n

While medical professionals say the high-protein craze might not be for everyone, dieticians are offering some tips on how to hit your protein goals.<\/p>\n

Eating high protein emphasizes getting a larger percentage of your total daily calories from protein compared to the standard recommendations.<\/p>\n

“Protein does so many things,” said Caroline Susie, a registered dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “We know it helps with muscle growth and skin and hair and all those things. Protein is a very satisfying macronutrient that can help you feel fuller longer.”<\/p>\n

Elizabeth Meehan has been eating a high-protein diet for six years. She said her initial goal was to balance her gut health and lose fat after having kids, but she found even more benefits.<\/p>\n

“I had more energy, I was recovering better, I was sleeping better, everything was so much better when I chose high protein,” she said.<\/p>\n

Experts recommend getting anywhere from 10% to 35% of your daily total calories from protein.<\/p>\n

The general rule is to multiply your weight in pounds times 0.36. For example, a 150-pound person would need about 54 grams of protein. That’s equivalent to about a 7-ounce chicken breast.<\/p>\n

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“That is everything I needed for this week’s high protein meal plan,” said Stefanie Birmingham, who documents her wellness journey on social media.<\/p>\n

She typically eats 160 to 170 grams of protein a day, which means about 35% of her daily calories are from protein.<\/p>\n

“It was really refreshing for them to say, ‘Okay, a high-protein diet will help you in your fat loss goals, but it will also help you maintain the muscle that you’re building,” said Birmingham.<\/p>\n

Meantime, the popularity of protein products has exploded. They can be great tools to help you meet your protein goals but take a hard look at those nutrition labels.<\/p>\n

“Is it actually a lot of protein? Is this something that I should be putting in my body?” said Birmingham.<\/p>\n

Not all protein is equal. Reach for lean and plant-based sources.<\/p>\n

“Think lean meats, low-fat dairy, Greek yogurt, and then don’t forget your lentils and beans,” Susie said.<\/p>\n

Also, pair your protein with fiber, like fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Of course, always consult your doctor before making any big dietary or lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n


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