Choose High Protein Snacks For Good Health

Protein is an important nutrient in the body for a number of reasons, including providing essential amino acids required for building new cells in the body.  Protein is a component of every cell and hair and nails are made almost completely from protein. Snacks high in protein and fiber are a great choice for pregnant women. Protein helps to reduce nausea, and fatigue.

High Protein Snacks for Women :

Whole Grain Crackers : 
Whole grain crackers can be served with hummus dip, avocado or veggie dip and cheeses. Whole grain crackers packed with good sources of fiber, vitamins, protein and low in fat. Whole grains also help to protect cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity.

Hard Boiled Eggs :
Eggs have been the subject of a great deal of negative press which has been proven to be unfounded. In fact eggs are a great source of good protein and when hard boiled make an excellent, compact, high protein snack.

Seeds and Nuts :
Not all nuts are good sources of protein. However, there are several varieties that are. Some of the most popular high-protein seeds and nuts include pistachios, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, Brazil nuts, pine nuts, hazelnuts, and chestnuts. A nut is essential a type of fruit, that features a hard shell to enclose the kernel, which is the part that contains the protein that can benefit your diet.

Yogurt :
High in calcium, vitamin D and protein, yogurt can help to maintain healthy bones as well as make a tasty, nutritious snack.  Women are particularly at risk of osteoporosis later in life, so a good calcium intake is vital.

Cheese :
Cheese is an excellent source of protein, but hard cheeses are generally high in saturated fat, so soft white cheeses make a better option from this perspective.  Unfortunately soft cheeses are generally not as high in calcium, but are a good choice if you have plenty of other calcium sources in your diet.