Weight Loss and Protein

I have been reading this great book that stresses losing weight in your mid section. It discusses weight loss particularly in your abdominal area because this is where men tend to carry their weight but also because if you are trim in your abs, you tend to be healthier.

One idea that really grabbed me was how important protein is to a good eating plan:
- you need a mixture of food to have a well-rounded diet that is not lacking in anything
- protein helps you build muscle
- protein keeps you fuller, longer
- protein burns more calories
- protein makes you feel more satisfied

Ever notice how you can eat a whole bag of Cheetos and still keep eating. However, if you eat a couple of scrambled eggs or a chicken breast, you really don't want any more?? This is the secret to weight loss!

I eat mostly carbohydrates. They taste good to me. This is why I constantly struggle with weight loss. If I could just mix that up a little with more protein, I could be leaner and not so tired all of the time.

So, needless to say, I have incorporated more protein into my day and I am much more cautious of what I am eating!