How to Use protein in a Sentence

protein

noun
  • These foods have all of the essential proteins.
  • You need more protein in your diet.
  • These foods are an excellent source of protein.
  • Donuts are low in fiber and protein.
    — Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
  • Hemp seeds are a top protein choice.
    — Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025
  • But not all protein is the same.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Eat the protein first in each meal.
    — Erica Sloan, SELF, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Nuts and seeds are great sources of protein.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Add to that list, fruits with protein.
    — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
  • Hemp seeds are a top choice for protein.
    — Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Keep protein-rich seeds on hand.
    — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Rice, beans, and protein form the base of both cuisines.
    — Photovogue, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Brown rice has five grams of protein and white rice has four grams.
    — Perri O. Blumberg, Men's Health, 13 July 2022
  • One of the main sources of protein around the world is cow’s milk.
    — IEEE Spectrum, 17 Apr. 2024
  • Look for foods that are rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
    — Anna Earl, Parents, 11 June 2026
  • Keep canned fish and beans on hand for quick, protein-rich meals.
    — Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025
  • If a gene is turned off, your body won’t make proteins from it.
    — Ruth Jessen Hickman, Health, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Opt for soy or pea milk to get the most protein bang for your buck.
    — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 25 Sep. 2025
  • And for snacks that are high in both protein and fiber, go for beans.
    — Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
  • This adds 6 g of fiber and 8 g of protein.
    — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Why fiber is the next big thing Move over, protein.
    — Tricia Escobedo, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Eating protein and fiber is key to weight loss.
    — Andrea Margolis , Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2025
  • The takeaway is not that protein is bad.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
  • Simply spread the onion jam like a glaze over the protein.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Both whey and plant protein can help build and keep muscle.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Both whey and plant protein can help build and keep muscle.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Skyr has more protein and less fat than kefir.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 15 May 2026
  • Granola bars and protein bars are easy snacks to grab and go.
    — Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Deer will gobble them up as a high-protein meal.
    — Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Omit or swap the shrimp or sausage for other proteins.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025

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