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Focus on Protein
Recipe: Chicken Chowder for Two
- Protein provides the building blocks to stay strong and live long.
- Enjoy this chowder with whole grain bread for more protein and fiber.
- This recipe can be made with canned chicken, salmon or tuna.
- You can make a salad, stir-fry or soup with leftover chicken.
- Save time and avoid waste: freeze extra chopped onion for use in other recipes.
Classics Stay Strong
- Eggs are easy to fix and are a good buy for their protein, vitamins D and B12, choline, zinc and more.
- Regular exercise and eating enough protein at each meal can slow the muscle loss of aging
- Nutrition Facts labels show the amount of protein in grams (g) of one serving. Aim for 20 to 30 grams protein at each meal.
- Dry milk can boost protein in everyday foods: just 2 Tablespoons adds 3 grams. Try in soup, smoothies and overnight oats.
- Make snacks count! Snacks with protein include peanut butter, tuna salad, hard-cooked eggs, cottage cheese, hummus and yogurt.
Additional Recipes: Veggie Omelet in a Mug, Overnight Oats for One