High-protein products: how to choose the best for your weight loss
The high-protein market is exploding. Bars, shakes, ready meals, biscuits, crisps... the range is vast and it's easy to lose your way. All high-protein products are not equal. A poor choice can ruin your diet: too much sugar, bad fats, ineffective protein sources. Here's our complete guide to decode labels and choose the products that will really support your weight loss.
The 5 golden rules to choose well
1. Protein content must exceed 15g per serving
Below 10g, a product cannot be called "high-protein". Always check the figure on the label. The best products offer 15-20g per serving.
2. Calorie/protein ratio under 8
Divide calories by grams of protein. If the result is less than 8, the product is dense in protein. A classic biscuit is at 30 (30 kcal per g of protein). A protein bar should be at 5-7.
3. Less than 5g of sugar per serving
Sugar is the enemy. Many "protein" products are actually candies in disguise. Check: less than 5g, ideally less than 3g.
4. Complete amino acid profile
Whey, casein, isolated soy, pea + rice: these are the best sources. Avoid vague blends or "collagen" as sole source.
5. Limited ingredient list
If you can't pronounce half the ingredients, skip it. The fewer additives, the better the product.
What to avoid absolutely
- "Protein" products with 20g+ of sugar: classic trap (protein cookies, flavoured yogurts)
- Supermarket protein bars often full of glucose-fructose syrup
- Powders with 50% protein or less: too much sugar or fillers
Our product categories
For breakfast
Protein shakes, high-protein cereals, protein pancakes
For lunch/dinner
High-protein ready meals, protein pasta, egg omelettes
For snacks
Protein bars, protein crisps, protein puddings
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