5 Protein Recipes for Midlife Women Who Don’t Want to Eat Chicken All Day
let’s make eating protein more fun!
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If you’re a midlife woman trying to eat more protein without obsessing over numbers—or eating chicken at every meal—this episode is for you.
There’s a ton of advice out there telling us we must consume at least 100 grams of protein a day in midlife. But here’s the thing: blanket nutrition advice doesn’t always work. Our bodies, health histories, and lifestyles are all different. So in this solo episode, I’m diving into why personalization matters—and how to figure out the right protein range for you.
I also share five recipes using my favorite protein powder that I make on repeat. These are clean, blood-sugar-friendly and delicious (I wouldn’t share them if they weren’t!). From muffins to smoothies to protein “coffee,” these recipes are designed to keep you full and satisfied—without turning food into a full-time job.
In this episode, I cover:
✔️ Why one-size-fits-all protein advice can backfire in midlife
✔️ What happened when I tried to eat 100g of protein a day
✔️ How to calculate your own personalized protein range
✔️ The protein powder I use and why I love it
✔️ 5 clean, delicious recipes that make hitting your protein goals easier
➡️ Featured recipes:
• Mint Chocolate smoothie: join my email list and I will send you this recipe and 2 others!
• Protein Energy Balls
• Protein Herbal Coffee
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
• Banana Zucchini Protein Muffins
If you try any of the recipes, tag me on Instagram, comment on this episode on Spotify, or send me a DM—I’d love to hear what you make and how it goes!
🛒 Mentioned in this episode*:
• Protein range equation: 1.4-2.2 grams of protein per kg of bodyweight per day
• Be Well by Kelly protein powder (use code BELONG for 15% off)
• Homemade cashew milk
• Dandy Blend herbal coffee
• Vitamix blender (my most-used appliance!)
• Nutribullet blender (great for protein herbal coffee)
*Some of these links are affiliate links. I may receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) if you make a purchase after clicking these links. Thank you for your support!
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Disclaimer:
Belong Wellness and its members, managers, employees, contractors, and other agents or representatives are not licensed medical care providers and do not provide medical services or advice, including without limitation diagnosing, examining, preventing, treating, or curing any medical conditions. The information shared in this podcast is meant to be educational, not prescriptive. Please consult your medical doctor before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle. Further, the opinions of guests on this show do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Jessica or anyone affiliated with Belong Wellness.
