When you are physically hungry--protein is the answer to the problem. Protein delivers because it is digested slowly, which means that you feel fuller longer. Eating a healthy protein with every meal and maybe even every snack is a great way to go for weight loss, muscle tear repair that occurs from heavy exercise and for overall good health.
Protein is considered a major food group along with: fruits and veggies; whole grains; dairy or dairy substitutes; and healthy fats. Some say that the magic combination of foods to solve a hunger problem AND get satisfied comes from a protein, a healthy carbohydrate and a healthy fat. That might look like a peanut butter sandwich on wheat bread with apple slices or sliced turkey in a whole wheat wrap with avocado.
Protein is fuel for the body. The grocery shelves are full of an enormous variety of bars, powders, drinks, yogurts, shakes, meal replacements, etc. If these products include added sugar, they are not the best option for weight loss purposes.
This week, consider how satisfying your meals and snacks are. Do you feel you are getting enough protein so that hunger goes away, for at least three hours? Do you need to add more protein to your intake? From animals to fish to vegan options like beans, lentils and tofu, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Explore something new and see what it does for you. You have nothing to lose but hunger.
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