Jithin VS lost 35 Kilos and his remarkable transformation has become a source of inspiration of people who have been trying to lose weight. Recently, Jithin took to Instagram to share how high-protein diet has played a crucial role in his weight loss journey.
Jithin has been sharing weight loss related diet and workout tips on his Instagram profile on a regular basis. In one such insightful reel, he shared that the high-protein food items that boosted his weight transformation and helped him stay healthy throughout the weight loss journey.
Here is the list of the high-protein food items that you can consider for faster weight loss:
Paneer (Cottage Cheese)
- Protein Content: ~18 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Add to salads, curries like paneer tikka, or grill it as a snack.
Chickpeas (Chana)
- Protein Content: ~19 grams per 100 grams (cooked)
- How to Use: Use in salads, curries, or make hummus and chana chaat.
Greek Yogurt (Hung Curd)
- Protein Content: ~10 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Enjoy as a snack, use in smoothies, or as a base for raita.
Moong Dal (Green Gram)
- Protein Content: ~24 grams per 100 grams (uncooked)
- How to Use: Prepare as a dal, sprouted for salads, or use in moong dal chilla.
Quinoa
- Protein Content: ~14 grams per 100 grams (cooked)
- How to Use: Use as a base for salads, mix with vegetables, or substitute for rice.
Almonds
- Protein Content: ~21 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Snack on a handful, add to salads, or use in smoothies.
Eggs
- Protein Content: ~13 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Boil, scramble, or make an egg bhurji or omelet.
Fish (Salmon, Rohu, etc.)
- Protein Content: ~20-25 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Grill, steam, or make fish curry.
Chicken Breast
- Protein Content: ~31 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Grill, bake, or make tandoori chicken.
Soya Chunks
- Protein Content: ~52 grams per 100 grams (dry)
- How to Use: Add to curries, pulao, or make soya chunks stir-fry.
Peanuts
- Protein Content: ~25 grams per 100 grams
- How to Use: Snack on roasted peanuts, add to poha or chivda.
These items can definitely speed up your weight loss journey. However, always consult a medical professional before starting any diet.