You responded to the last article about protein and fiber. The comments, emails, and questions kept coming. People wanted to know more—more about how much protein they actually need, why their body feels different now, and how to make it work with their specific challenges.
No wonder it keeps you full for 4–5 hours — that’s a seriously filling bowl.
Roughly you’re getting ~25–30g protein (especially if it’s Greek yogurt/kefir) and ~20–30g fibre (the seeds + fruit are doing a lot of the heavy lifting). Plus plenty of healthy fats from the seeds, so it’s a nice slow-burn combo.
Great job — that’s a smart, well-balanced breakfast. 💪
Very informative article! Thank you! I am beginning to pay attention to protein intake. Im 79 (and 12 days...but who's counting!) 🤗 biggest stumble for me is wicked gas with dairy, legumes and eggs. I have protein powder for smoothies but I get going 99mph and forget to eat (and hydrate.) Ive got lots of work to do to find a more reasonable speed and thus find time to eat more!
Totally get the “wicked gas” issue — you’re not alone. A few gentler protein options: fish (tuna/salmon), chicken or turkey, and lactose-free protein shakes.
And for the “99mph” days: set one alarm for a quick protein bite and one for water. It really helps when you’re on the go.
I am 80, fit, active and well. My daily breakfast is high in protein, low carb, high fibre and good oils:
Mixed berries 100g
Barley flakes 15g
Stewed apple 100g
Mixed seeds 75g
Pear 150g
Yogurt or Kefir 100g
Coffee 2 cups
This keeps me going for 4 or five hours
No wonder it keeps you full for 4–5 hours — that’s a seriously filling bowl.
Roughly you’re getting ~25–30g protein (especially if it’s Greek yogurt/kefir) and ~20–30g fibre (the seeds + fruit are doing a lot of the heavy lifting). Plus plenty of healthy fats from the seeds, so it’s a nice slow-burn combo.
Great job — that’s a smart, well-balanced breakfast. 💪
Very informative article! Thank you! I am beginning to pay attention to protein intake. Im 79 (and 12 days...but who's counting!) 🤗 biggest stumble for me is wicked gas with dairy, legumes and eggs. I have protein powder for smoothies but I get going 99mph and forget to eat (and hydrate.) Ive got lots of work to do to find a more reasonable speed and thus find time to eat more!
Thank you again!
Barbara, happy almost-80!
Totally get the “wicked gas” issue — you’re not alone. A few gentler protein options: fish (tuna/salmon), chicken or turkey, and lactose-free protein shakes.
And for the “99mph” days: set one alarm for a quick protein bite and one for water. It really helps when you’re on the go.
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