5 Delicious Costco Proteins That Helped One Woman Drop 3% Body Fat in 30 Days
Costco is a great place to shop if you're trying to lose weight, as long as you know what to buy. Regina Trakhtman is an influencer and weight loss coach who dropped 7% body fat after kids at 39 and helps other women do the same. In a new social media post, she reveals some of her go-to products at the warehouse for fat loss. "Here's exactly what I get at Costco when I need more protein without extra calories," she writes. "Stay on track with these high-protein favorites. It's everything I ate to lose 3% body fat in 30 days! Plus, as a busy mom, these were super convenient to throw together!" she adds. "Here are my high protein, low calorie go-tos for a fraction of the cost at supermarkets!"
Kirkland Egg Whites
Calories: 25 | Protein: 5g
Benefits: "Super lean, low-calorie protein source that supports muscle building and fat loss. Nutrient dense egg omelette was a daily stable!" she says.
Oikos Triple Zero Greek Yogurt
Calories: 90 | Protein: 15g
"Used daily in my yogurt bowls and my night time treats. Add PB + fruit and drizzle with," she reveals.
90% Lean Ground Beef
Calories: 200 | Protein: 23g
Pro tip: "Ask butcher in back to package this for you!" she writes.
Kevin's Cilantro Lime Chicken
Calories: 160 | Protein: 20g
"Hands down the easiest meal to make when I have NO time and the kids are hangry. Clean ingredients. FB30 approved," she says.
Fairlife Chocolate Protein Shake
Calories: 150 | Protein: 30g
"Ideal for post-workout recovery and is lactose-free + low in sugar. Throw it into a Ninja Kitchen Creami and enjoy a high-protein ice cream," she says.
How Protein Helped Her Lose Weight
In another post, she explains that prioritizing protein was a game-changer in her transformation. "I used to barely eat 60g a day—no wonder I was always hungry! When I started aiming for at least 140g+ daily, I felt fuller, stronger, and actually started burning fat without losing muscle," she says.
She Also Stopped Undereating
She also stopped undereating. "For all my life, I thought eating less would get me lean. Reality check: Under-eating was slowing down my metabolism and making fat loss harder. When I fueled my body properly, I lost fat faster. And I stopped overeating to compensate for the times I ate like a bird," she said. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss these 8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat.
