Protein?

Okay.

Several folks have mentioned trouble getting enough protein in their diet. Especially  pregnant ladies who are having a hard time eating much.

I recommend high protein smoothies as they are what help me (especially in early pregnancy when I can't eat much).

I finally got around to looking up the numbers & thought I would share.
First of all the USDA guideline for protein for a pregnant woman is 60 grams. For nursing moms it's about 70 grams. And for the rest of us they say around 40-45 grams.

Right off the bat I will say that is WAY too low.

To be healthy & strong & maintaining muscle I believe we need triple the RDA if not more. That said; back to the smoothie.
A protein rich smoothie is an excellent way to up your protein intake in a simple tasty easy to drink fashion.

I often do not feel like eating a big protein heavy meal first thing in the morning but a smoothie is always yummy :)

My children are often not big eaters but I can usually get them to drink a smoothie as well.
It's not rocket science:
milk
yogurt
eggs
fruit
ice
That's it.
A cup of milk has 8 grams of protein. Yogurt has 7-10 grams. Eggs have 8 grams each.

 So a smoothie w/ 1 c. milk, 1 c. yogurt, & 3 eggs  & whatever fruit you like/have on hand is approx. 40 grams of protein.

That is half of your RDA (if pregnant) or a good start to a healthy amount of protein in your day.

By having meat & cheese & milk at lunch & dinner you can easily be up to 120-200 grams of protein daily.

If you are worried about the eggs in the smoothie~don't be. Fully blended you would never know they are there. They add no taste or texture.

From a health stand point I would recommend fresh organic eggs if you have access to them.

By that same token fresh raw milk & raw milk yogurt really make this a healthy power packed drink.

So if you need a protein boost or just can't face steak & eggs first thing in the morning~try a smoothie!

Blessings.