Eating Protein and Vegetables For Weight Loss
A frequent barrier to weight loss is when people go to extremes, thinking they need to eat BLAND vegetables & a super low-calorie diet. For most of us, that's a horseshit way to live, so it doesn't last long and the rebellion is intense.
Eating protein and vegetables for weight loss will help fill you up like crazy but the vegetables don’t have to be bland and you can incorporate more protein into your diet without totally changing the way you eat.
How To Eat More Vegetables
Do you know why so many people don't like the taste of vegetables? Because most vegetables in their natural state aren't very tasty unless they are seasoned, cooked, or sauced up in a certain way.
"Spend" some macros/calories on making your veggies actually taste good so you WANT to eat them! Herbs & seasonings can make a huge difference. Cooking methods (like roasting veggies) can make a huge difference. Adding cheese, oils, or other toppings/condiments can also make a huge difference.
If you're working on weight loss or just being healthier in general, then you need to eat more vegetables. But what you DON'T need is to be miserable while you eat your veggies.
How To Eat More Protein
Perhaps you've heard of the importance of eating more protein when losing weight - not only does it help you to feel FULL, it also helps protect you from muscle loss when your body starts tapping into its stored energy reserves.
Here’s how to eat more protein without totally changing the way you eat:
1. Eat more of the protein you're already eating.
If you normally eat 2 eggs for breakfast, add a few egg whites. If your usual lunch is a turkey sandwich with 3 slices of deli turkey, throw 3 more slices on there! If dinner consists of 4 oz of grilled chicken, add another couple ounces to your plate.
2. Add a protein shake to your day.
I know, I know. Seems like "clean eating" is the new keto, and Karen might give you the stink-eye for drinking a processed shake. But who cares (other than Karen)? Adding a supplemental protein shake to your day is a smart, efficient way to hit your protein goal, especially if you're new to the wonderful world of high-protein!
3. Do you snack? Make it a protein snack!
Instead of breakroom donuts or whatever's in your department's candy drawer, snack on beef jerky, string cheese, Greek yogurt, or something else that stars in protein. Find something you like, and stick with it!
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