I wish I had a simple answer to tell you exactly how much protein you should be consuming in a given day. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a simple number like 8oz per day that worked for everyone? Of course, it isn’t quite that simple. How much protein you should eat depends on your height / size, how active you are etc. It’s also influenced by your goals. Are you trying to lose weight? Gain weight and build muscle mass? If you work out a lot, particularly to build and tone muscles, you will need more protein than someone sitting at a desk all day. That said, there are some general guidelines. Start there and then...
When you’re trying to lose weight, lean sources of protein are your best friend. Let’s explore what exactly lean protein is, how you can incorporate it into your diet, along with why and how it aids in weight loss. By the time you’re done reading this post you’ll have a much better understanding of why lean protein is great type of food to eat when you’re trying to lose a few pounds and you’ll be ready to work it into your meals. Lean proteins are found in certain cuts of meat, some fish, and egg whites. They are just that, mostly pure protein, without the added fat of many other types of meats, or the added carbs of...
Wanting to include more lean protein is all good and well, but first you have to come up with some fresh ideas for healthy meals. That’s what this post is all about. The idea is to give you a few things to try and more importantly to inspire you to mix and match and come up with your own ideas for simple and healthy meal ideas that include a source of lean protein. Start With Your Protein I find it easiest to start with my source of lean protein and then start building my meal around it. A simple salad and a sweet potato work well with a plain omelet or a steak, while I prefer broccoli and...
You know you should be adding more lean protein to your diet. It’s the perfect food to fill you up and stay with you for a few hours. That means you can go longer in between meals, cutting your overall food consumption. It’s also an important source of nutrition, particularly when you’re working out and trying to grow your own muscle mass. But what exactly is this “lean protein”? Throughout the rest of this article, we’ll go over the various sources of lean protein. Give them each a try and see what you can work into your meals. The more variety you can incorporate into your meals the better. Be adventurous. Chicken & Turkey Chicken and turkey are...
