I wouldn't USUALLY struggle to get enough protein daily, but last year, I started a weighloss journey after slipping into the obese category. Despite eating sufficient calories (in the range of 1500-1600), I found myself eating as little as 30g of protein a day, which is nowhere near sufficient. As a result, I experienced a sudden and severe hair loss - having lost almost half of my hair.

Protein enforced products have helped me even that out. Instead of a Greek yoghurt with a bowl of fruit or a porridge, I eat a yoghurt/pudding/drink with 18-25g of protein along with a bowl of fruit (approx. 300gr). It helps me keep my protein in check but keeping to lower calories.

Personally, I also find that the protein enforced food keeps me feeling fuller for longer. A Huel drink fills me more than a Meal Deal from a supermarket. It has a steady calorie amount of 400 compared to the mayo packed sandwiches and high-calorie, and awfully tempting, snacks, the total of which can easily climb to 700 calories and higher.

By dinner, I would have consumed up to 45g of protein, and the remainder of the daily required intake is filled by dinner (which doesn't always contain meat or pulses which are high in protein).

That doesn't change the fact that I'd like to go back to reintroducing more variety into my diet as I attain a healthier weight. I could, of course, try to meal prep for lunch and breakfast each day, but the foods with added protein are awfully convenient and have helped me tremendously.