Best protein sources for least amount of calories?

cactusrose63 · 07-06-2012, 10:19 AM

Well I was thinking I need an arsenal of ideas of high protein choices for my DDs...

This past week I had two terrible DDs and when I looked more closely at my food choices for those days, I noticed they were lower in protein than usual. I have been expanding my choices for DD for variety, I really didn't think about carbs vs protein being an issue. And not even a crazy amount of carbs, extra fruit, tiny crackers to have with laughing cow cheese, those kinds of things. I guess my body needs higher protein intake for me to feel my best on DD.

Well girls, I need my JUDDD BUDDD's help once again, along with all of your experience and knowledge. Please give me your ideas of the highest protein foods for the lowest calories. Thanks in advance!

goose1 · 07-06-2012, 10:28 AM

I've been eating hard boiled eggs, chicken breast and water packed tuna.

ASHLEY2HAWAII · 07-06-2012, 10:29 AM

Egg whites give the most bang for the buck at 17 cal ea.

KeirasMom · 07-06-2012, 10:43 AM

FF Greek Yogurt: I use Dannon Oikos. A whole cup is 120 calories and 22 grams of protein.

sterlinggirl · 07-06-2012, 10:45 AM

lets not forget NUTS~

cactusrose63 · 07-06-2012, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by sterlinggirl

lets not forget NUTS~

They are low cal enough for DD??

sunday · 07-06-2012, 10:54 AM

I eat shrimp, turkey, roast beef, tilapia, egg whites, & yogurt.

I love protein.

sterlinggirl · 07-06-2012, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusrose63

They are low cal enough for DD??

oh my bad.. i missed that part needing LOW calorie

adillenal · 07-06-2012, 10:59 AM

I can't eat nuts on a DD. I am a HB egg fan, tilapia or shrimp for the calories.

sungoddess · 07-06-2012, 11:10 AM

Nothing new to offer from what the others said.

HB eggs and I love shrimp at 18 grams of protein in a 4 oz serving, while only costing you 80 calories. Also whey protein powder.

mttemple4 · 07-06-2012, 11:13 AM

All of the above, plus ham! If you get ham with no honey etc it is 25 calories an ounce.

A slice or two has saved my bacon

on many a down day.

sunday · 07-06-2012, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mttemple4

All of the above, plus ham! If you get ham with no honey etc it is 25 calories an ounce.

A slice or two has saved my bacon

on many a down day.

Bacon is also another one! It is high fat, but it is only 40 calories per slice and let me tell you. A couple of slices on a tomato and I am happy!

metqa · 07-06-2012, 11:31 AM

I made a list then lost it somewhere, but I think I recall that Turkey had the most protein per 100g serving and Lean Ham was there next, both low calorie.

Sorry I can't give numbers but I looked it up on the USDA database for a bunch of different proteins for 100g servings tomake it all equal. Turkey had the most protein, Fish like tilapia had the least.

piratejenny · 07-06-2012, 11:44 AM

Here's where we've discussed it before:
Highest protein with the lowest calories...

I think my fave is shrimp...it seems "exotic" to me compared to egg whites/sandwich meat like turkey or ham...and goes well with spicy food, stir-fries, Mexican food, soup, etc...
which also have more "exotic" potential IMO than a low-cal sandwich or salad!

mttemple4 · 07-06-2012, 11:50 AM

Yes, Sunday, I agree! Bacon gets such a bad reputation. It's one thing I'll always choose on a down day if I have to get brunch with my in-laws. You can be reasonably sure a bacon slice is 40 cal and no more than 70 and you know nothing has been added to it. LOL! The fat makes it super satisfying to me.

I've been doing ham, shrimp, chicken, and tilapia most down days.

cactusrose63 · 07-06-2012, 11:56 AM

Thanks all, and Jenny, for the link...I will check it out!

Whitlin' · 07-06-2012, 12:49 PM

Just adding my vote to the water-packed tuna or salmon, instantly available when you decide you need it. Lately I've enjoyed this product. Chicken of the Sea - Pink Salmon To Go Cups, Two-Pack, 5.60 oz. "Dolphin safe."

The nutrition info is in the link.

Salmon is good for the complexion.

My problem is that my cat adores this more than any other thing on earth (so it must be good stuff, right?). Lately I've been making sure to have it when he's napping in another room so that I can keep it for myself. If I'm only having half of one of the cups, I try to get the rest in the fridge fast, before he "catches" me.

piratejenny · 07-06-2012, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Whitlin'

My problem is that my cat adores this more than any other thing on earth (so it must be good stuff, right?). Lately I've been making sure to have it when he's napping in another room so that I can keep it for myself. If I'm only having half of one of the cups, I try to get the rest in the fridge fast, before he "catches" me.

I've been having to eat when my kitten is napping, too!
The other day he stole some of my steak and licked the butter off my bread while I was in the kitchen for a couple minutes!!!

NonnyK · 07-06-2012, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by sunday

Bacon is also another one! It is high fat, but it is only 40 calories per slice and let me tell you. A couple of slices on a tomato and I am happy!

Turkey Bacon too! Only 35 calories a slice!

piratejenny · 07-06-2012, 01:44 PM

I cook my bacon on a George Foreman grill and let it get super, super dry and crunchy. I don't think it could possibly have very many calories!!!

If I try to cook it in a pan til it gets to that texture, there is a lot of smoke & mess.
But the grill...ohmagosh, SO easy!!!
I used to even put it between parchment paper for less mess, but it takes longer that way.

And I save all the delicious, UNBURNED bacon fat for refried beans, biscuits, pie crusts, etc!

Muffabuff · 07-06-2012, 02:57 PM

Close to bacon, I eat those pre cooked smoked pork chops at 83 calories each. I cook them some more and drown them in Waldon Farms pancake syrup. One for lunch, one for dinner.

KeirasMom · 07-06-2012, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Muffabuff

Close to bacon, I eat those pre cooked smoked pork chops at 83 calories each. I cook them some more and drown them in Waldon Farms pancake syrup. One for lunch, one for dinner.

What brand are these and where do you get them? Sounds right up my alley.

gotsomeold · 07-06-2012, 03:37 PM

One average sized raw walnut, pecan, or almond is about 30 calories. To be avoided if nuts are triggers. But, if nuts are not triggers two (about 60 cal) can be remarkably satisfying.

I eat a lot of fish.

cactusrose63 · 07-06-2012, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by gotsomeold

One average sized raw walnut, pecan, or almond is about 30 calories. To be avoided if nuts are triggers. But, if nuts are not triggers two (about 60 cal) can be remarkably satisfying.

I eat a lot of fish.

I have some almonds from Trader Joe's that looks to be about 20 nuts for 85 cals. I don't think those would be a trigger, may have to see how they would hold me over. Thanks.

Carly · 07-06-2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by KeirasMom

FF Greek Yogurt: I use Dannon Oikos. A whole cup is 120 calories and 22 grams of protein.

I buy the single serve cups= 80 calories. I put Mio drops in and I eat 1/2 in the morning if I'm not fasting and the other 1/2 before bed.

Carly · 07-06-2012, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by piratejenny

I've been having to eat when my kitten is napping, too!
The other day he stole some of my steak and licked the butter off my bread while I was in the kitchen for a couple minutes!!!

We have 6 cats and tonight I was forced to part with one piece of my 97% FF Hebrew National Hotdog so I could eat in peace!

Joyjoy · 07-08-2012, 02:47 PM

Nobody said peanut butter! I'm in love with it. Sure, you don't get much for 100 cals, but it's creamy, crunchy, long lasting if you eat it with your baby fingertip, and sustaining. (I don't love the sugary stuff, which might lead to eating every sweet thing in the house. I LOVE the plain stuff.)

Carly · 07-08-2012, 03:26 PM

I'm in love with PB2! I have 2 tbsps before bed most nights!

piratejenny · 07-08-2012, 04:05 PM

Carly, is it a powder? Do you mix it with anything?

Yam-Yam · 07-08-2012, 04:22 PM

The prepackaged Foster Farms frozen chicken breasts are 120 calories and a whopping 30 grams of protein for 4 ounces. I weighed the cooked chicken breast and it was 6 ounces. Huge. I ate it all and added in 60 more calories.

I also by the individually wrapped frozen tilapia filets. They are 100 calories each and 23 grams of protein. Sometimes I put a frozen one in a Zip-n-Steam bag, throw it in the microwave for 2 minutes then refrigerate it for later, chop it up and put it on a huge salad. It's yummy!

07-06-2012, 10:19 AM	#1
cactusrose63 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Southeast AZ Posts: 419 Gallery: cactusrose63 Stats: 154/141/135 - 5'4", Age: 51, Highest:178 WOE: JUDDD 1850/700 or less if I can! Start Date: JUDDD 4/30/12, LC and Carb Cycling 2002-2011	Best protein sources for least amount of calories? Well I was thinking I need an arsenal of ideas of high protein choices for my DDs... This past week I had two terrible DDs and when I looked more closely at my food choices for those days, I noticed they were lower in protein than usual. I have been expanding my choices for DD for variety, I really didn't think about carbs vs protein being an issue. And not even a crazy amount of carbs, extra fruit, tiny crackers to have with laughing cow cheese, those kinds of things. I guess my body needs higher protein intake for me to feel my best on DD. Well girls, I need my JUDDD BUDDD's help once again, along with all of your experience and knowledge. Please give me your ideas of the highest protein foods for the lowest calories. Thanks in advance! __________________ Barb Lost 3 pounds from Jan 1 2012 til April 30 2012 by "eating healthy", LC, etc... Lost 12 pounds from May 1 2012 til September 1 2012 with JUDDD Down and Up 10-15# every year since 2000 with VLC, semi LC and Carb Cycling Anticipating forever success with JUDDD!!

07-06-2012, 12:49 PM	#17
Whitlin' Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Southeast US Posts: 896 Gallery: Whitlin' Stats: 162/149/149 WOE: JUDDD Start Date: March, 2009	Just adding my vote to the water-packed tuna or salmon, instantly available when you decide you need it. Lately I've enjoyed this product. Chicken of the Sea - Pink Salmon To Go Cups, Two-Pack, 5.60 oz. "Dolphin safe." The nutrition info is in the link. Salmon is good for the complexion. My problem is that my cat adores this more than any other thing on earth (so it must be good stuff, right?). Lately I've been making sure to have it when he's napping in another room so that I can keep it for myself. If I'm only having half of one of the cups, I try to get the rest in the fridge fast, before he "catches" me. __________________ . Sandwich generation caregiver, with eldercare in my busy family's home. Lost 13 pounds on JUDDD in 2009 and began happy maintenance. Slipped up in 2012, but JUDDD got me back to goal! Last edited by Whitlin'; 07-06-2012 at 12:55 PM..

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07-06-2012, 10:28 AM	#2
goose1 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 385 Gallery: goose1 Stats: 229/191.8/189.2/140 WOE: lchf Start Date: March 18 2013	I've been eating hard boiled eggs, chicken breast and water packed tuna.

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ASHLEY2HAWAII Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: GILBERT, AZ Posts: 408 Gallery: ASHLEY2HAWAII Stats: 195/191/125 WOE: HCG INJECTIONS THEN JUDD Start Date: RESTART 7/05/12	Egg whites give the most bang for the buck at 17 cal ea.

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KeirasMom Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 7,308 Gallery: KeirasMom Stats: 277.6/155-159/165, 5'9", 40 y.o., Hypothyroid WOE: In Place of a Roadmap Start Date: Maintenance 1/23/13	FF Greek Yogurt: I use Dannon Oikos. A whole cup is 120 calories and 22 grams of protein.

07-06-2012, 10:45 AM	#5
sterlinggirl Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midland. Michigan Posts: 1,911 Gallery: sterlinggirl Stats: 225/166.8 5'9 46 age 155 End WOE: 4-2013 Searching for new WOE/JUDDD Start Date: Jan 2012. Name Kimberly	lets not forget NUTS~

07-06-2012, 10:54 AM	#7
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07-06-2012, 10:59 AM	#9
adillenal Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 7,081 Gallery: adillenal	I can't eat nuts on a DD. I am a HB egg fan, tilapia or shrimp for the calories.

07-06-2012, 11:10 AM	#10
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07-06-2012, 11:13 AM	#11
mttemple4 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA Posts: 444 Gallery: mttemple4 WOE: Perfect Health Diet	All of the above, plus ham! If you get ham with no honey etc it is 25 calories an ounce. A slice or two has saved my bacon on many a down day.

07-06-2012, 11:31 AM	#13
metqa Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 11,498 Gallery: metqa Stats: 134/134/122 WOE: Indecisive LOL Start Date: November 2003	I made a list then lost it somewhere, but I think I recall that Turkey had the most protein per 100g serving and Lean Ham was there next, both low calorie. Sorry I can't give numbers but I looked it up on the USDA database for a bunch of different proteins for 100g servings tomake it all equal. Turkey had the most protein, Fish like tilapia had the least.

07-06-2012, 11:44 AM	#14
piratejenny Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,687 Gallery: piratejenny Stats: 293/285/<160 (5'7") WOE: LC/JUDDD/Fast5/Diabetes Miracle 2010-12 Start Date: 2013: IDK!	Here's where we've discussed it before: Highest protein with the lowest calories... I think my fave is shrimp...it seems "exotic" to me compared to egg whites/sandwich meat like turkey or ham...and goes well with spicy food, stir-fries, Mexican food, soup, etc... which also have more "exotic" potential IMO than a low-cal sandwich or salad!

07-06-2012, 11:50 AM	#15
mttemple4 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA Posts: 444 Gallery: mttemple4 WOE: Perfect Health Diet	Yes, Sunday, I agree! Bacon gets such a bad reputation. It's one thing I'll always choose on a down day if I have to get brunch with my in-laws. You can be reasonably sure a bacon slice is 40 cal and no more than 70 and you know nothing has been added to it. LOL! The fat makes it super satisfying to me. I've been doing ham, shrimp, chicken, and tilapia most down days.

07-06-2012, 11:56 AM	#16
cactusrose63 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Southeast AZ Posts: 419 Gallery: cactusrose63 Stats: 154/141/135 - 5'4", Age: 51, Highest:178 WOE: JUDDD 1850/700 or less if I can! Start Date: JUDDD 4/30/12, LC and Carb Cycling 2002-2011	Thanks all, and Jenny, for the link...I will check it out!

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piratejenny Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,687 Gallery: piratejenny Stats: 293/285/<160 (5'7") WOE: LC/JUDDD/Fast5/Diabetes Miracle 2010-12 Start Date: 2013: IDK!	I cook my bacon on a George Foreman grill and let it get super, super dry and crunchy. I don't think it could possibly have very many calories!!! If I try to cook it in a pan til it gets to that texture, there is a lot of smoke & mess. But the grill...ohmagosh, SO easy!!! I used to even put it between parchment paper for less mess, but it takes longer that way. And I save all the delicious, UNBURNED bacon fat for refried beans, biscuits, pie crusts, etc!

07-06-2012, 02:57 PM	#21
Muffabuff Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Oregon Coast Posts: 792 Gallery: Muffabuff Stats: 5ft tall start 143 now 116.5 WOE: LC / JUDDD. Started juddd 3/26/12 Start Date: 11/15/12	Close to bacon, I eat those pre cooked smoked pork chops at 83 calories each. I cook them some more and drown them in Waldon Farms pancake syrup. One for lunch, one for dinner.

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gotsomeold Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Asheville, NC / Marietta, Ga Posts: 3,287 Gallery: gotsomeold Stats: 175/127.6/GOAL at 128, size six fits! 5'4, 60yo WOE: JUDDD, PHD Start Date: LC/EFGT - 9/15/11, JUDDD - 1/1/12	One average sized raw walnut, pecan, or almond is about 30 calories. To be avoided if nuts are triggers. But, if nuts are not triggers two (about 60 cal) can be remarkably satisfying. I eat a lot of fish.

07-08-2012, 02:47 PM	#27
Joyjoy Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 1,687 Gallery: Joyjoy Stats: 150?/134/136 5'8" 50 yo WOE: JUDDD Start Date: 4-19-12	Nobody said peanut butter! I'm in love with it. Sure, you don't get much for 100 cals, but it's creamy, crunchy, long lasting if you eat it with your baby fingertip, and sustaining. (I don't love the sugary stuff, which might lead to eating every sweet thing in the house. I LOVE the plain stuff.)

07-08-2012, 03:26 PM	#28
Carly Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: New York Posts: 4,152 Gallery: Carly Stats: 199/123.2/126.8 5'2" 36yrs Size 20/4P WOE: 5:2 to maintain Start Date: 2/21/12- Low carb (199lbs) 3/28/12 JUDDD (189lbs)	I'm in love with PB2! I have 2 tbsps before bed most nights!

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piratejenny Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,687 Gallery: piratejenny Stats: 293/285/<160 (5'7") WOE: LC/JUDDD/Fast5/Diabetes Miracle 2010-12 Start Date: 2013: IDK!	Carly, is it a powder? Do you mix it with anything?

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Yam-Yam Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Northern California Posts: 4,047 Gallery: Yam-Yam Stats: 230/191/183 @5'9"tall and 58 yrs. alive WOE: Dukan 8/1/11 and now JUDD (12/22/11) Start Date: 8/1/11	The prepackaged Foster Farms frozen chicken breasts are 120 calories and a whopping 30 grams of protein for 4 ounces. I weighed the cooked chicken breast and it was 6 ounces. Huge. I ate it all and added in 60 more calories. I also by the individually wrapped frozen tilapia filets. They are 100 calories each and 23 grams of protein. Sometimes I put a frozen one in a Zip-n-Steam bag, throw it in the microwave for 2 minutes then refrigerate it for later, chop it up and put it on a huge salad. It's yummy!