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It\u2019s the latest coffee trend: protein cold foam is gaining popularity as a new coffeehouse staple. Cold foam is a silkier version of whipped cream, with its sweet and creamy characteristics making it the ideal topping for a cold brew or iced coffee. <\/p>\n
With blockbuster coffee chains now enhancing their cold foams with protein powder, this common iced coffee topping is seemingly getting a nutrition boost. But, is protein cold foam actually good for you? And how can you bring a coffee shop to your home and make your own protein cold foam?<\/p>\n
\u201cProtein is important for everyone and not just people building muscle mass at the gym,\u201d says MyFitnessPal Head of Nutrition Melissa Jaeger, RD, LD. Here\u2019s why (2<\/a>): <\/p>\n About the Experts<\/strong><\/p>\n Melissa Jaeger RD, LD<\/strong> is the Head of Nutrition for MyFitnessPal. Melissa received a Bachelor of Arts in Nutrition (DPD) from the College of Saint Benedict and completed her dietetic internship through Iowa State University. In May 2024 she was recognized as the Registered Young Dietitian of the Year awarded by the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.<\/p>\n Joanna Gregg, MS, RD<\/strong> is a Food Data Curator at MyFitnessPal. She earned her bachelor\u2019s degree in Nutrition from Georgia State University and her Master\u2019s degree from The University of Nebraska. Her focus is helping people find the right balance of food, fitness and healthy living to reach their optimal health.<\/p>\n We all know that breakfast is usually considered the most important meal of the day\u2014and consuming a high-protein breakfast makes that meal all the more important. Eating a high-protein breakfast may support muscle health and weight management by helping with (1<\/a>):<\/p>\n Essentially, eating a protein-rich breakfast may benefit muscle health, while keeping you full longer and contributing to overall energy balance throughout the day. <\/p>\n Gut-Check: The Truth About Prebiotic Sodas Taking Over Your Grocery Aisle<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, or 0.36 grams per pound of body weight (3<\/a>). MyFitnessPal registered dietitian Joanna Gregg says that number is the minimum amount of protein required for your body to function each day\u2014but it\u2019s not necessarily the number you should aim for. You likely should eat more protein based on your goals and specific needs, she says.<\/p>\n \u201cA good guideline is to aim for 20 to 30 grams of protein per meal and around 10 to 15 for snacks,\u201d Gregg says. Some coffee shop protein cold foam have up to 15 grams of protein (4<\/a>), and the homemade protein cold foam recipe below contains 18.5 grams of protein<\/strong>\u2014making it an excellent snack option.<\/p>\n\n
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