Need energy? Reach for a snack that's packed with protein to keep you going for hours. ...

I consider myself a pretty good eater. I mostly consume fruits, veggies, non-red lean meats, some whole grains, and only an occasional basket of bread -- ah, my weakness. I'm sure I eat the appropriate amount of calories in a day -- not too many, not ...

When you're on the go, it's sometimes difficult to find a healthy snack. That's why fitness-conscious people like you and I have grown to become quite resourceful, using Macgyver-like techniques to make something healthy and tasty out of what we have ...

I recently wrote about how much protein we need to get each day to eat a nutritious diet. And while getting our protein fix isn't difficult for those of us who eat some sort of meat with most of our meals, it's a bit harder for someone who doesn't ...

There are a wide variety of protein sources available. From eggs to soy, peas to milk; there is a means of getting the suggested daily amount of this macronutrient. But still one question remains: Are all proteins created equal? Well, I suppose ...

Vegetarian diets can be mighty healthy, but if you're not careful, they can lack protein, which is not very healthy and can be a real bummer if you're trying to lose weight. You see, protein keeps hunger at bay better than carbs and fat, and so it's ...

For those of you who are looking to build lean muscle mass, diet is as much a part of that process as working out. Protein, in particular, has been shown in studies to aid in muscle growth; its high concentration of branched-chain amino acids ...

Protein is an essential part of your diet. But how much protein should you be consuming each day? According to the USDA Food Guide, adults should consume 91g of protein a day, based on a 2,000 calorie a day diet. Protein should make up ...