Ilana suggests getting your fill of daily protein from a variety of whole food sources. Protein needs vary depending on your weight and level of activity, but getting enough daily protein is proven to satiate your hunger so you eat less, helping you lose weight.
How much do you need? Registered dietitian and ACSM-certified personal trainer Jim White told POPSUGAR in a previous interview that the standard dietary reference for protein intake is approximately 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight. That means for a 150-pound woman (68 kilograms), you should aim to get around 54 grams of protein.
If you have trouble meeting your daily amount, Ilana suggested making a protein shake with added fibre from ingredients like flax meal, chia seeds, beans, and avocado. Enjoy it for breakfast, or for a snack. Try this recipe for a clementine protein smoothie — it offers over 27 grams of protein and over nine grams of filling fibre.