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High Protein and Low Carb? Our Snack Dreams Have Come True

01/07/2019 - 08:20 PM

If you're trying to lose weight [1], eating the right foods is your not-so-secret weapon. We're all too familiar with that 3 p.m. hunger craving, so when it does strike, you want to be prepared with something that will keep you full and focussed, but still tastes good. Adding protein to your diet is an easy way to feel fuller [2], longer, but often, the increase in protein means an increase in carbohydrates, too. Well, not anymore.

We found 10 low-carb [3], high-protein snacks on Amazon that actually taste good. Yes, that's right. All these picks have at least 14 grams of protein, and no more than 10 grams of net carbs. Basically, they're going to be your secret weapon all Summer long. You can thank us later.

Seapoint Farms Sea Salt Dry Roasted Edamame

These crunchy Seapoint Farms Sea Salt Dry Roasted Edamame [5] ($11) snacks have 14 grams of protein and only two grams of net carbs.

Premium Protein Iced Coffee

If you need iced coffee to function, try this Premium Protein Iced Coffee [6] ($25). It has two grams of carbs and 18 grams of protein.

Shrewd Food Sriracha Cheddar Keto Protein Crisps

If you love spicy snacks, get your hands on these Shrewd Food Sriracha Cheddar Keto Protein Crisps [7] ($15 for 8). They've got two grams of carbs and 14 grams of protein per serving.

Quest Nutrition Protein Bar, Mint Chocolate Chunk

Packed with 20 grams of protein, these Quest Nutrition Protein Bars [8] ($22 for 12) are a good option any time of the day and have only four grams of net carbs.

Iconic Protein Drinks, Chocolate Truffle

This Iconic Protein Drinks, Chocolate Truffle [9] ($34 for 12) tastes just like chocolate milk, and it packs a whopping 20 grams of protein and four grams of net carbs.

Quest Nutrition Chocolate Chip Protein Cookie

If you're trying a low-carb diet but really craving a cookie, reach for this Quest Nutrition Chocolate Chip Protein Cookie [10] ($20 for 12). It has four grams of net carbs and 15 grams of protein.

Shrewd Food Brickoven Pizza Protein Crisps

These Shrewd Food Brickoven Pizza Protein Crisps [11] ($15 for 8) are bestsellers on Amazon, and we can see why. They've only got two net carbs and 14 grams of protein per serving, and who wouldn't want a high-protein cheesy snack?

Chobani Nonfat Greek Yoghurt

At only nine grams of carbs and 22 grams of protein per serving, you can't go wrong with this tart Chobani Nonfat Greek Yoghurt [12] ($5).

Quest Nutrition Tortilla-Style Protein Chips

If you like Doritos, you've got to try these Quest Nutrition Tortilla-Style Protein Chips [13] ($17 for eight). They're a lighter version of your beloved chips, with 18 grams of protein and four grams of net carbs. Good luck not finishing the whole bag.

Jack Link's Beef Jerky Variety Bag

It's a classic pick for a reason. Jack Link's Beef Jerky Variety Bag [14] ($15 for nine) has 14 grams of protein and eight grams of carbs per serving, which means you'll definitely feel full.


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https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/Best-Low-Carb-High-Protein-Snacks-46336247