  Weight loss: Foods swaps to increase protein intake  

Simran Arora, Times Now Digital Mar 2, 2023

Quinoa over rice

As opposed to regular rice, quinoa gives 8.1 grams of proteins in a cup. Credit: iStock

Greek yogurt over sour cream

Greek yogurt is another incredible source of proteins, way healthier than sour cream – it gives 10.3 grams of proteins in a cup. Credit: iStock

Paneer over cream cheese

While cream cheese has 3.6 grams of proteins in 4 grams, paneer offers 6 grams in the same quantity. Credit: iStock

Peanut butter over salted butter

While regular butter has more sodium, peanut butter has more proteins with 7.5 grams of proteins in two tablespoons. Credit: iStock

Cow milk over almond milk

While plant-based foods are healthier and strongly associated with weight management, doctors advise cow milk for increased protein intake – 7 grams against 1 gram in a cup. Credit: iStock

Chickpeas over croutons

Chhole, boiled and roasted, gives 7.7 grams of proteins as against 1.8 grams in croutons. Credit: iStock

Eggs over breakfast cereals

One large egg has 9 grams of proteins and is one of the healthiest breakfast food choices for all. Credit: iStock