The Best Snacks for When You're Trying to Eat More Protein, According to Nutritionists — Shopping

When you get hungry between meals, it can be tempting to reach for a muffin from the coffee shop. (I know I have a real weakness for Starbucks' lemon poppy seed muffins.) But the body digests carbohydrates faster than protein, which means picking a snack that's high in protein can actually help keep you full longer than a sugar-bomb that leaves you looking for more snacks an hour later.

If you're trying to fit more protein in your diet, or just looking for convenient, between-meal snacks that will keep you feeling full and focused longer, here are some of the best snacks you can grab.

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