What is a "calorie conscious" protein snack?
Which foods provide a lot of protein and at the same time as few calories as possible?Protein is found in many different foods such as dairy products, meat and fish, as well as in plant-based foods such as soy products and nuts. And of course, in protein shakes and bars. But have you ever wondered what else is in food besides protein and how much calories are contained?
In addition to protein, high-protein snacks and processed foods may contain fat and/or sugar. Some are also high in calories. The best sources of protein for a calorie-conscious diet are those that are rich in high-quality protein and low in sugars and calories.
As an example of the relation between protein, sugar and calories: a portion of the chocolate milkshake flavor of Premier Protein 100% Whey (mixed with 250ml water) contains 25g protein and an average of just 132 calories and 1,8g sugar. In contrast, 250ml of chocolate milk contains only approx. 8,8g protein. To consume 25g of protein from chocolate milk you would have to drink approximately 700ml of chocolate milk RTD (ready to drink) – however at the same time it contains an average of 507 calories and 73,9g of sugar, that means almost four times more calories and 41 times the amount of sugar as compared to the Premier Protein shake.
Therefore, the delicious Premier Protein bars and shakes are an excellent choice when you want a calorie-conscious protein snack.
This table provides an overview of protein-containing snacks. Including of course Premier Protein Bars and 100% Whey Protein Powder. In addition to protein content you can also find out about calories, fat, carbohydrates and sugar.
Compare for yourself!
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Protein containing Snacks
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Average nutritional values
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Commercially acailable serving sizes
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Protein (g)
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Carbohydrates (g)
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of which sugars
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Fat (g)
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Energy (kcal)
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Dairy
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Milk, chocolate flavoured (Ready to drink)
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250 ml
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8,8
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28
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26,4
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3,8
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181
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Latte Macchiato (with whole milk)
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300 ml
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9
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8,4
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7,8
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7,8
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181
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Yogurt whole milk, plain
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150 g
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8,3
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11,4
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11,4
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4,5
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119
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Yogurt low fat, plain
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150 g
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7
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11,4
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11,4
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1,5
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87
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Yogurt low fat, fruit
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150 g
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6,2
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19,7
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18,3
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1,7
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119
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Cheese slices, Gouda (45% fat)
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1 slice (28g)
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7,6
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less than 0,2
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less than 0,2
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7,8
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102
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Cheese slices, reduced fat
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1 slice (28 g)
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8,7
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less than 0,2
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less than 0,2
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4,5
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76
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Eggs
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Eggs, boiled
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1 Egg
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8,2
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0
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0
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6
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90
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Soy products
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Soy drink, plain
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250 ml
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7,5
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6,3
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6,3
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4,5
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98
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Nuts and Peanuts
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Peanut butter (smooth)
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1 Tablespoon
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4,7
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2,2
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1,1
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9,3
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114
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Cashew nuts, kernel only
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1 handful (25 g)
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5,2
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4,2
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1,1
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12,1
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148
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Almonds
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1 handful (25 g)
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6,3
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2,1
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1
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15,8
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185
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Cold meats
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Ham slices
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1 slice (20 g)
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3,7
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less than 0,2
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less than 0,2
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0,7
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22
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Salami snack
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25 g
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6,3
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0,5
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0,5
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11
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126
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Sandwiches
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Wholemeal breas roll with cheese
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1 portion*
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12,2
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17,5
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16,2
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8,4
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272
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Wholemeal bread roll with ham
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1 portion**
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8,3
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17,5
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9,1
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8,4
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192
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Premier Protein® products
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Premier Protein® 50% Protein bar, chocolate-caramel flavour
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1 bar (40g)
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20
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10
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0,7
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2,9
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134
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Premier Protein® 100% Whey Protein, chocolate milkshake flavour
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1 serving (34g) in 250ml water
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25
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2,6
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1,8
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2,4
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132
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