High Protein Meals That Actually Keep You Full

Protein is the most filling thing on your plate. Here is how much you need and simple meals that hit it without cooking twice.

In this article3 sections
  1. How much you actually need
  2. Simple meals that hit it
  3. Building the rest of the plate

If you feel hungry an hour after eating, the usual culprit is a meal built almost entirely from starch, with very little protein to slow it down.

How much you actually need

A palm-sized serving at each meal is a good working target for most people.

Simple meals that hit it

Eggs with vegetables. Greek yogurt with fruit and nuts. Chicken or fish with a large salad. Lentils or beans with rice and vegetables.

Building the rest of the plate

Fill half with vegetables for volume and fibre, add a modest portion of starch, and finish with a little fat for flavour.

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This article is general education, not medical or nutrition advice. It does not replace guidance from a qualified professional. If you have a health condition, are pregnant, or take medication, speak to your doctor before making changes.