Why Is Protein Important for Weight Loss...

When people lose weight, it is a combination of lean mass (muscle) and body fat. When people say they want to lose weight, what they actually mean is that they want to lose fat. It is impossible to lose only fat, but:

• Consuming enough protein can reduce muscle loss at the expense of fat loss in varying degrees, depending on the person. This can be amplified with exercise targeted at the muscles a person does not want to lose. 
• Protein can satisfy hunger with a greater degree of effectiveness than fats and carbs in many (but not all) people.
• Dietary protein requires a higher percentage of the calories it provides to metabolize than carbohydrates and fats. It can raise a person's metabolic rate for as long as 10-12 hours.

Until Monday - Keep thinking veggies and protein!