High in Protein
All the Best Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas
Busy mornings don’t have to mean skipping breakfast or settling for something rushed and unhealthy. With make ahead breakfasts, you can enjoy a delicious, nutritious start to your day without sacrificing time. TL;DR Make ahead breakfasts save time, reduce stress, and ensure a healthy morning meal. Options include casseroles, sandwiches, burritos, tacos, breakfast bowls, and ...
How to Add More Protein to Every Meal of Your Day
While loading up on protein may be something typically reserved for athletes, everyone can likely benefit from adding more protein to their diet. Protein is essential for every person, at every stage of life, no matter how active you are. Protein, whether it’s from a meat or plant-based source, does a few essential things for ...
Here’s How to Get More Protein (And Why You Need It)
The average adult needs about 46 to 56 grams of protein per day, according to the USDA. While you can certainly add protein powders or bars into your diet, it’s always best to start with foundational, whole food sources — things like eggs, meat, beans, nuts, and even certain dairy products. We’re taking a deep ...
What the Heck is the Carnivore Diet?
It’s a common icebreaker: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
63 High Protein, Carb-Conscious Foods to Eat on a Diet: Complete Guide
Just because you’re eating a carb-conscious, high-protein diet doesn’t mean meal prep has to feel like a rollercoaster ride filled with highs and lows. You can find plenty of Mark Sission tips that provide great meal ideas. One of the best tips for this style of eating is to plan your meals in advance. Keeping ...
Chickapea Makes Better-for-You Pasta That Helps Fight Food Insecurity
There are lots of grain-free pasta brands out there, but how many help fight climate change? How about work to reduce food insecurity in their community? “At Chickapea, we’re on a mission to create good for the world through nutritious, organic meal options and impactful social contributions,” says Shelby Taylor, Founder & CEO of Chickapea. ...
Two Tasty Recipes Using Thrive Market’s New Bone Broths
Bone broth is a super warming, highly sippable beverage that’s loaded with good-for-you collagen, protein, and calcium. In recent years, it’s become especially popular among the keto and paleo crowds as a quick, convenient, and healthy drink. At its most basic, though, bone broth is a multifaceted pantry staple that can infuse your favorite recipes ...
Your Meatless Month: The Best Whole30® Vegetarian Recipes and Tips
Can a vegetarian do Whole30®? Yes, but there’s a catch. Since the program was designed to include animal protein, omitting ingredients like grass-fed beef, salmon, and tuna means it’s technically not a true Whole30® month. But that doesn’t mean vegetarians can’t reevaluate their relationship with food—and reap positive benefits along the way. Let our Whole30® ...
Say ALOHA to the Best Plant-Based Protein
If you care about what’s inside your food, reading ingredient labels is probably a well-established habit. But when considering a new protein powder, snack bar, or drink, we’re also interested in what’s not on the label, which is why we’re smitten with ALOHA. By nixing soy, gluten, stevia, and non-GMOs, this plant-based protein brand makes ...
Paleo vs. Whole30®
Wellness trends come and go, but the paleo diet and Whole30® program have real staying power. But what’s the difference between paleo and Whole30®? Both eating plans share a few overlapping food rules, or “do’s and don’ts”, like choosing unprocessed ingredients and nixing dairy and sugar, but there are some key differences, too. Whole30® is ...
Whole30® Breakfast Recipes for Every Day of the Week
Good morning, sunshine! Today we’re sharing eight Whole30® breakfast ideas so you can get a nutritious and delicious start to your day. From DIY turkey patties to casserole for a crowd, you’ll find something for every day of the week.
Dr. Axe on the Benefits of Adding Collagen Powder to Your Diet
If you’ve ever struggled with joint discomfort, a lack of collagen may be to blame. According to Dr. Axe, our joints, connective tissue, skin, hair, nails, gut lining, and arterial walls are all made of collagen. “Our body needs collagen’s building blocks—proline, glycine, and hydroxyproline. If we’re not getting those amino acids, our body is ...
What Is Whey Protein?
Believe it or not, choosing the right protein can be a very personal decision. Whether you’re hoping to lose weight, gain muscle, or just increase your daily nutrient intake, there are a few factors to consider. Then there’s your diet to think about. Are you vegan or do you follow a plant-based diet? Are animal-based ...
Keto Collagen Brownie Bombs Recipe
This recipe appears in the Thrive Market cookbook, Healthy Living Made Easy. Get your copy here, and find the ingredients in this shopping list. [schema description]Just because you’re eating keto doesn’t mean your sweet tooth completely disappears. Brownie bombs to the rescue! These chocolatey morsels melt in your mouth and give you an added dose ...
Superfood Golden Milk Smoothie Recipe
[schema description]Add some sunshine to your morning with this superfood smoothie, even if gray skies are in the forecast. Dates add sweetness, vanilla protein powder keeps you full, and warm spices round out the drink, including a scoop of aromatic turmeric for that golden glow.[/schema]
How to Add Protein to Every Meal
Protein power! Today we’re taking a look at this essential nutrient that helps you stay full, fuels your day, and supports your body to keep it energized. Read on for all the powders, bars, and recipes you need to keep protein front and center in your diet.
How To Make Homemade Cinnamon Rice Pudding (Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free)
[schema description]Rice pudding has been a comforting classic for centuries. From medieval European kitchens to modern dessert counters, its appeal lies in its simplicity: rice cooked in a creamy liquid with sugar and spices until meltingly tender. Historically, people used what they had—rice, milk, sugar—and turned it into something healing and indulgent. Over time, variations ...
For a Protein-Powered Snack, Square Organics Has the Recipe
When you can’t find what you need, you make it yourself. At least, that’s the philosophy founder Sarah Gordon used to launch Square Organics, a line of portable, protein-filled bars that fill you up with simple ingredients that won’t weigh you down.
Strawberries and Cream Smoothie Recipe
[schema description]Here’s a sweet take on breakfast, inspired by a favorite dessert duo! The creamy base is made with almond milk, banana, dates, and vanilla protein powder, and the fruity sauce blends strawberries, raspberries, more protein powder, and a touch of honey. Swirl it, sip it, and sprint out the door.[/schema]
The Best Tasting, Healthy and Homemade Protein Bars
Protein bars are one of the easiest ways to fuel up, curb cravings, or jump-start recovery after a workout—without relying on highly processed or sugary commercial options. When made right, they balance flavor, texture, and nutrition: think nut butters, protein powders, wholesome binders, seeds or nuts for crunch, and natural sweeteners. These homemade bars make ...
Here’s a Paleo-Friendly Protein Source You Probably Haven’t Considered Trying
Ah, the great outdoors. Nature is filled with breathtaking waterfalls, majestic mountains, and creatures who find homes in our forests and oceans. Some animals give us the warm fuzzies (hello, koala bears!) and others, well, we’d rather avoid them all together.
How to Make Your Own Protein Powder
I want to start adding protein powder into my routine, but I have some food intolerances and don’t always trust the ingredients listed on those big tubs of processed protein. Is it possible to make your own at home? —Jon L.
Homemade Quinoa Milk Recipe
If you’re on the hunt for a dairy-free milk that’s more than a thin alternative, quinoa milk might just become your new favorite. Thrive Market’s version transforms cooked quinoa into a silky, nutrient-forward milk that offers more protein and fewer calories than most nut milks—a rare combo in the plant-based milk world.
What Is Gelatin?
Although it’s best known for its starring role in gravity-defying Jell-o salads, lately gelatin has been getting attention for its health benefits. It has been used for weight loss; promoting healthier skin, hair, and nails; strengthening bones and reducing wrinkles. It has also shown promise in decreasing joint pain and wear-and-tear in athletes, and may ...