High protein snacks?

[iRun-Haley24]

Have hypoglycemia.. I hate having to eat every five minutes. Are there any high protein/carb snacks that will keep me full (and my blood sugar levels higher) longer?

This would help so much!

[tdavis3 · Accepted solution]

I was thinking you could either eat some potatoes, or sweet potatoes. They are high in carbs and have a small amount of proteins but will make you kinda feel full because the high carb amount and they are starches. Rice is another that you could eat that is high in carbs and makes you feel full, brown rice is better though. For high protein of course chicken, fish, meat..etc. But all of these are low in carbs so they sometimes aren't too filling. Another thing you might want to look into is protein bars, some of them are high in carbs (Because of the sugar added) and then high in protein. That's the only thing that I can think that has best of both of high carbs and high proteins.

But if you don't wan't to eat those, you could make a plate of chicken breast with brow rice, potatoe, or sweet potatoe. This would fill you up.

And then you could do a protein bar in between meals.

Justt my two cents on it.

[trainer · Accepted solution]

What I have found works best for me is to plan at the beginning of the day everything I want to eat and then divide it up. So, I might decide I'm going to eat 20 almonds but I can choose to eat one every 10 minutes or 10 in the morning and 10 in the afternoon. As for high protein: I eat nuts, seeds, beans, greek yogurt, cheese, eggs, hemp powder (the chocolate mixed in coffee isn't too bad), seaweed snacks (annie chung makes some tasty dried seaweed), quorn and seitan. All of these can be eaten in small bits or larger servings and seem to help my blood sugar stay up for a long time. I mix in other things with these to give me better nutrition (almonds and blueberries work well for example).

[iRun-Haley24]

Thank you:)

[Kidlets3]

I am sixty years old and "hypoglycemia" was just being "discovered" when I was your age, before then it was just "the opposite of diabetes", it was near impossible for me to regulate it based on the limited information available.  Moving on to today, I am not militant in my eating but I do try to stay conciencious about what I eat.  2 eggs made any way for breakfast will hold you quite well with gluten free toast or my hubby is crazy about throwing a 1/4 cup of leftover rice in the pan and frying his eggs on top, quite tasty. Mid morning snack: 10 or 20 raw almonds/pecans/walnuts and about a tablespoon of dried blueberries or a small granny smith apple is a good balance.  Lunch:  I'm big on salads, I especially like them to have a grilled meat and if possible half boiled egg with my greens, I use bottled dressings.  Afternoon snack: a low carb high protien food bar and depending on your size go with half a bar or full, also this is a good time for your to have a chocolate coated bar if you are a chocolate lover.  Dinner: I always have a beer or glass  of wine for my carbs and then meat and veggie (either raw, steamed or roasted).  So, if you're having a fast food breakfast...egg burrito, fast food lunch...salad with grilled meat, dinner on the run, meat and a side salad.  Carry a small baggie of raw nuts with you at all times and a piece of candy for unexpected crashes.  And lastly, listen to your body!

[LCHFmom]

I keep almonds with me at all times.  

I do keep cheddar cheese sticks on hand too, and that gives you both carbs and protein. 

I also make protein balls  ( whey protein, peanut butter, flax, etc) and they work wonders for both a sweet tooth and protein needs..  Happy to share the recipe if anyone interested. 

[jennikate]

The protein balls sound yummy. I'd love the recipe. I too have hypoglycemia and eat most of the above foods-lean meat, shrimp, nuts, greek yogurt, a little natural pb, etc. For bread, I use Arnold double protein.

[dehmer9]

I would love the recipe for the protein balls, I love peanut butter so they sound great...thanx

[nrthrn-grl]

I too would like the recipe please.  Thanks.

[LCHFmom]

Hello -- Here is the recipe...    I like to freeze mine so I can take them in my purse or bag and have them as a mid-morning snack at work.  They are perfect either frozen or refrigerated. 

Personal observations:

- these only last about a week in the fridge. i keep mine in the freezer

- of you are not concerned about calories, these are AWESOME kids treats if they are dunked in chocolate

- i use vanilla whey protein powder (Myoplex )

- Almond butter is more bland than peanut - roll the balls in cinnamon  or apple pie spice and they taste like gingerbread ( my favorite!) 

FIVE-MINUTE PROTEIN TRUFFLES 

Ingredients

1/2 cup natural, unsweetened nut or seed butter (e.g., peanut, almond , etc)
3 Tbsp honey, agave nectar, or pure maple syrup
1/8 tsp fine sea salt
2/3 cup lightly packed all-natural, sweetened vanilla whey protein powder (or 1/2 cup all-natural, sweetened vanilla or chocolate vegan protein)

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients together and roll batter into small balls, appx 3/4 inch in size.  

Calories - appx 100 per ball. 

Note: if mixture seems to dry, adda few drops of water to soften.  Some protein powders are drier than others.

Suggested coatings for your truffles (optional)

— Miniature semisweet chocolate chips or cacao nibs
— Unsweetened, natural cocoa powder
— Unsweetened flake or shredded coconut, plain or toasted
— Finely chopped nuts, toasted or raw (think almonds, walnuts, pistachios, or hazelnuts)
— Toasted or raw seeds, finely chopped if needed (sesame, chia, pepitas, hemp hearts, or sunflower are good options)
— Finely chopped dried fruit (e.g., cherries, raisins, apricots, or blueberries)
— Matcha powder
— Quick-cooking rolled oats

Reply back and let me know what you think!    I have more recipes where this came from! 

_________________________________

Rachel 

I eat Low-carb, High Fat, Gluten- free, Grain-free and Sugar-free. 

LC, HF, GF, Paleo 

[nwblack]

I would like the recipe if you want to share. It sounds easy and good.

[LavedaC]

You recipe for protein balls sounds great. I'd be interested in more, please & thank you! I am on Weight Watchers & have had blood sugar problems for yrs & are looking for low sugar, complex carbs, no bad fat & low/no sugar snack recipes.

[tpauline]

Here is a really good Protein Bar you can make.  

Protein Bars

3     Cups Oats

1    Cup  Honey

1    Cup Penut Butter

1/2 Cup of Craisins I used Dried Cherry's

1/2 Cup Choc Chips

3   Scoops of Protein Powder

Flatten in a pan

Put in Freezer for 30 min.

Cut in squares

Store in Fridge.

I received this recipe from another FitBit friend. Made it and Love it.  Keep on stepping.  Pauline

[SunsetRunner]

I keep walnuts in my purse and car for the same reason. They keep me level and they are great for the heart -- full of omega 3s.

[Ireneb]

Those protein balls are awesome!  I use the Body by Vi shake mix.  I have tried the Costco one and it didn't taste as good to me.  They are declicious though!

[LCHFmom]

Awesome! SO glad you enjoyed the protein balls.... 

Here is another recipe for " on-hand" snacking:   

Low- Carb Seed crackers 

• 1 cup  seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, etc)
• 1/4 cup flax seeds
• 1/3 cup sesame seeds 
• 1 cup water 
• pinch salt  (to your liking) 

Mix all ingredients together and let sit for appx 10 minutes; the mixture will be think and gooey. 

Spread across parchment paper on a baking sheet.

Bake at 350 for appx 20 minutes. 

Notes:

- i have found that you can intermix seeds in this recipe based on what you like. ( such as chia, hemp , others) 

[lwinn]

Have you tried PB2 powdered peanut butter it is 85% less fat and calories low carb and high in protein? I just tried it today and it is fantastic. I think I may make some protein balls. Thanks for the idea.

[LCHFmom]

Ok, I need to get my hands on that PB2.   If you want a " recees peanut butter cup" -  Take the above recipe, add a bit more peanut butter. ( if you have never made the balls, you may need to do it once or twice toget the consistency right.  

Dunk the balls into any chocolate of your choosing.   Viola!

[Cande]

I absolutely cannot wait to try these low-carb seed crackers! I've tried a couple versions of crackers and they're all fun and different, but this could be the best. I've never bought or used parchment paper. Will pick some up.

Thanks!

Cande

[tpauline]

Thank you so much LCHFmom. these sound so good I am going to make them today.  I love Whats Cooking it gets me going.  Have a wonderful day and keep on stepping.  your fitbit pal.