Boost your porridge - Dominique Ludwig Nutrition

This is something I talk about all the time. ‘Just enough protein’ is not the same as ‘optimal’ protein intake.
Protein is so important, not only does it helps to repair and regenerate our body cells, but it is also vital for the manufacture of many hormones, neurotransmitters and enzymes in the body, which support many of our biological reactions.
When we eat sufficient protein, we also feel satiated or full up for longer. This means that we are less likely to snack between meals which has the following benefits.
❤️ We are LESS likely to grab high sugar, high carbohydrate snacks between meals.
❤️ Snacking less can keep our energy levels more stable, our concentration balanced without as many peaks, and troughs.
❤️ Protein helps to stabilise our blood sugars, which helps with all of the above, but also helps support our mood and mental health. Fluctuating blood sugars can also make us feel anxious and irritable.
❤️ Increasing protein often has a beneficial effect on hormone balance- good news if you suffer with PMS or have hit them perimenopause.
❤️ Protein helps to regulate our appetite, and helps us to make better choices throughout the day and can reduce the amount of sugar we crave.
This means we often eat LESS refined carbohydrates and sugar at between our meals when protein intake is optimal.
❤️ Eating sufficient protein can help protect against muscle loss as we age.
So when you make porridge, always top up on the protein to make it a complete meal. Adding some or all of the following.
❤️ High protein, yoghurt, quark, or low-fat/ full fat Greek yoghurt
❤️ Pumpkin and sunflower seeds, or a swirl of not butter/ tahini
❤️ A tablespoon of Chia or flaxseeds, preferably milled
❤️ A tablespoon of good quality protein powder, such as Raw Sport ( see my discount code under coupons in my bio). I like the women’s collagen plus version, but check all the ingredients are right for you.
I added some pomelo and kiwi to my porridge with a sprinkling of dried raspberries. Very la-di-da I know, but I bought a big bag of them, so had them in the cupboard.
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I used to whip egg whites into mine and make it in the microwave. Comes out nice and fluffy and it has enough protein.