What are the specific recommendations to incorporate protein shakes into a balanced diet?

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Here is my favorite protein shake for on-the-go post-workout or as the meal itself is filling and packed with all nutrients. Yes, it can be part of the daily diet as breakfast or early dinner.

1. Ragi Power Shake: Ingredients- Two tablespoons of ragi malt, 10 almonds, five to six chopped strawberries, one tablespoon of chia seeds, one cup of milk, and one small banana. Method- Chop the almonds, transfer all the ingredients into the jar, and blend well. Pour the shake into a glass of your choice. Garnish with chia seeds, chopped almonds, or strawberries, and enjoy. Benefits- This shake is loaded with iron, calcium, and protein. Fibre-rich protein shakes like this one, are ideal to beat the morning blues and kick-start your day. Calories per 250 ml: 269kcals. Nutritional value per glass: Proteins- 0.2 ounces, fats- 0.37 ounces, carbohydrates- 1.25 ounces, and fiber- 0.16 ounces.

2. Peanut Butter Oats Shake: Ingredients- Two tablespoons peanut butter, one tablespoon oats, one tablespoon flax seeds, one banana, half cup yogurt, half cup milk. Method- Blend all the ingredients. Feel free to add a dollop of peanut butter or a garnishing of your choice just before you have the shake. Benefits- Banana which are a good source of potassium gives you the energy you need after a workout. Peanuts and dairy are rich in protein, thus, helping in maintaining energy levels. Calories per 250 ml: 340 kcals. Nutritional value per glass: Proteins- 0.41 ounces, fats 0.66 ounces, carbohydrates- 1.18 ounces, and fiber 0.15 ounces.

3. Avocado Chocolate Shake: Ingredients- One ripe avocado, one banana frozen, one tablespoon of cocoa powder, two pieces of dark chocolate, and one cup of milk. Method: Chop the avocado, banana, and dark chocolate. Blend well. Keep some chocolate shavings aside to use it as a garnish. Serve chilled. Benefits- This protein shake is rich in magnesium which helps in muscle function while calming your nerves. Chocolate restores muscle glycogen and rehydrates the body, post workout. It also regulates sugar levels. Avocado, which is rich in good fat helps in the absorption of protein while displacing the bad fats present in the body. You can either have this shake post your workout or as a mid-day snack to satisfy those sugar cravings. Calories per 250 ml: 376 kcals. Nutritional value per glass: Proteins 0.25 ounce, fats 0.74 ounces, carbohydrates 1.42 ounce, and fiber 0.16 ounce.

4. Pinacolada Power Shake: Ingredients: One-fourth cup frozen pineapple, one banana, two tablespoons coconut, 20 almonds, soaked and peeled, one tablespoon chia seeds, and one cup Greek yogurt. Method- Combine all the ingredients and blend well. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and enjoy your shake. Benefits- Greek yogurt, almonds, and chia seeds help with muscle contraction since they are a great source of calcium. Protein shakes like this one, can be had post your workout since it is great for improving bone strength after weight lifting. Calories per 250 ml: 320 kcals. Nutritional value per glass: Proteins 0.28 ounce, fats 0.64 ounce, carbohydrates 1.09 ounce, and fiber 0.21 ounce.

5. Green Booster Shake: Ingredients- one cup spinach, half avocado, one cup Greek yogurt, one tablespoon almond butter (or 10 almonds). Method- Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly. Add all the ingredients to the jar and blend well. Enjoy this shake with a garnishing of your choice. Benefits- A perfect combination of greens, antioxidants, and protein, this shake is a perfect energy booster. Spinach replaces the magnesium that is lost while you sweat it out at the gym. It also provides carbohydrates that help replenish the glycogen supply in the body. Calories per 250 ml: 395 kcals. Nutritional value per glass: Proteins 0.51 ounce, fats 1.19 ounce, carbohydrates 0.27 ounce, and fiber 0.32 ounce.

You can use any of the above protein shakes. I hope you find it helpful.

Thank you.