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9 high-protein food swaps that helped me lose weight and gain muscle

Rachel HosieFeb 5, 2022, 19:40 IST

A drizzle of chocolate powdered peanut butter adds more protein than chocolate spread.Rachel Hosie

Eating plenty of protein alongside strength training is important if you want to lose fat and/or gain muscle.
Protein helps keep you full and also uses more calories when being digested.

Eating plenty of protein plays an important role in muscle growth and fat loss.

Rachel Hosie in October 2018 and July 2020.Rachel Hosie

1. Greek yogurt instead of regular

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2. Greek yogurt instead of sour cream

Add some Greek yogurt to your fajitas.Getty

3. Turkey sausages for pork

Eggs, avocado, sausages, and asparagus.Rachel Hosie/Insider

5. Replacing some eggs for egg whites in omelettes and scrambles

You can add whatever ingredients you like to a frittata.Rachel Hosie

6. Chicken breasts over thighs

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8. Cottage cheese instead of ricotta

Cottage cheese with cherries and honey.Rachel Hosie

9. Jerky for chips

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10. Lentil noodles instead of regular noodles

Chicken stir-fry is a go-to dinner when I'm hungry and feeling lazy.Rachel Hosie

11. Protein bars for chocolate bars

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