Got Protein?

As part of my practice, it’s rare for me to see a patient who is not concerned about adequate protein intake—even though 95% of Americans get more than enough of this macronutrient. (By the way, the number is flipped for fiber—about 95% of Americans are fiber deficient.)

Protein in Step One Foods

If you’re concerned about the protein content of your foods, please know that beyond all the cholesterol-lowering benefits and all the fiber, it’s also possible to get plenty of protein with each serving of Step One Foods:

Comparison to Similar “Higher Protein” Foods

The Lesson: Real Food Wins

The lesson here? You can most definitely get plenty of protein using Step One Foods as the foundation of your breakfast—without having to eat a bunch of protein isolates, tolerate chemistry lab additives, or pack on extra calories.

Why Whole-Food Protein Matters More Than Ever

Recent research revealed that scientists found detectable levels of lead in several popular protein powders. The findings raise new concerns about the safety and purity of certain supplement-based proteins, particularly those made from concentrated or processed sources like whey and plant isolates.

Although many brands meet regulatory limits, these results are a reminder that more processing often brings more risk of contamination. Whole-food sources of protein—like oats, nuts, seeds, and dairy—tend to be safer, cleaner, and better balanced nutritionally.

Step One Foods uses only real, whole ingredients you can recognize, and advocates that you get the protein you need from high-quality whole food sources too, without unnecessary additives or potential contaminants.

The Bottom Line

At Step One Foods, we are committed to supporting your health with the best foods made with the finest ingredients, delivering the nutrients you need—and in the right amounts. Got protein? Yes we do.

About Step One Foods: Step One Foods offers convenient, scientifically-formulated foods clinically validated to rapidly reduce cholesterol and improve cardiometabolic health. Real food. Real results. Unapologetically delicious. Learn more at steponefoods.com.