“When life gives you lemons, ask for something higher in protein.” – Anonymous
Simply put, we wouldn’t exist without protein. Protein plays a lead role in nearly every function in your body.
It’s part of every cell in your body, and is used to help build muscle, organs, and other tissues. It’s also important for brain health and to help make enzymes, hormones, and other necessary chemicals.
Not only that, eating the right amount of protein will help to boost your metabolism and keep your weight in check.
AND….protein can also help you avoid gaining unwanted weight in the first place. This is because when you’re eating enough protein, you’ll feel fuller for a longer period of time, and have less of an urge to eat junk food.
In fact, studies have shown that when women eat around 30% of their diet from protein, they eat 441 fewer calories per day ( this will help with weight management ).
So here's a little challenge for you! Try eating about 30% of your calories from protein – which is ideal for fat loss and maintaining lean muscle mass.
You’ll be eating high-quality proteins like grass-fed meats, wild fish, and freerange poultry ( vegetarians will need to perhaps try eating more nuts , Tufu ,etc.) If you’re thinking that eating like this may start to get expensive…. it really doesn’t have to!
A lot of times you can find items at a discounted price just buy in bulk and freeze them! Also, make sure you check out local farms and farmers markets, season permitting.
Most of the time, you’ll be able to get a much better deal because you’re buying direct from the source. Not only that, but it’s always great to support our local community!
