Eat More Protein I know you’re probably tired of hearing it by now, but getting enough protein in your daily diet will make a huge difference in your body composition. You don’t need a body-builder’s intake of protein if you’re just trying to get in shape; about 30% of your daily calorie intake should be from protein. In the past several years I have been anywhere from 12% to 22% body fat, and I’ve noticed a definite correlation between my protein intake and my body fat percentage: the more protein I eat, the easier it is for me to lower my body fat, even with the exact same exercise routine. Protein builds muscle, replenishing and rebuilding spent muscle after workouts, and therefore lights our metabolic furnace. Protein also helps us to feel full and stabilizes our blood sugar levels throughout the day. This can keep you from snacking on high-calorie foods and help fight cravings. Despite what you might think, you don’t need to be eating a ton of meat to get in enough protein. Eggs, edamame, quinoa, and greek yogurt are just a few of my favorite high-protein foods.
Posted on: Mon, 02 Sep 2013 00:16:37 +0000
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