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Lean and Green Recipes

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Baked Cod with Tomatoes & Feta
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Baked Cod with Tomatoes & Feta Recipe

Fish is always considered a leaner option and this wonderful Baked Cod with Tomatoes & Feta recipe will have you wondering why you don't eat leaner options more and more!

Cauliflower Rice Stuffing
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Cauliflower Rice Stuffing Recipe

Nothing says the holidays more than some stuffing with your turkey.

Shrimp Fajitas
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

As of late I crave seafood and shrimp more and more and this Shrimp Fajitas recipe is perfect for any taste.

Shredded Beef Stew Ropa Vieja
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Shredded Beef Stew: Ropa Vieja Recipe

Any way your prepare it you're going to love this Shredded Beef Stew Ropa Vieja dish, a Cuban favorite!

Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

Recipe requires- 2 sachets Essential Decadent Double Chocolate Brownie  and  2 Mini Springform Pans

Slow Cooker Chili
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

Chili is a great cool weather and fall dish and this amazing Slow Cooker Chili will help keep you on plan and enjoying a hearty, healthy meal!

Mini Pepper Nachos
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Mini Pepper Nachos Recipe

Who doesn't love a plate full of loaded nachos? We'll now you can indulge without the guilt of added carb calories.

Healthy Chicken in Spinach Sauce Recipe

This Chicken in Spinach Sauce is a healthy and delicious meal that you can quickly prepare for the whole family! 

Dash Mini Waffle Maker Omelette
Rating: 2/5

Healthy Dash Mini Waffle Maker Omelette Recipe

This Dash Mini Waffle Maker Omelette made with egg whites is a perfect addition for breakfast, plus it's a fraction of your daily lean and green counts!

Fueling Hack Eggnog
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Fueling Hack Eggnog Recipe

Nothing says the holiday like a good ole glass of eggnog and with this Fueling Hack Eggnog you won't have to worry about going off plan!

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs Recipe

You are going to love dunking these appetizer meatballs in low-fat blue cheese or low-fat ranch salad dressing.

Chicken and Soy Chorizo with Paella
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Chicken and Soy Chorizo with Paella Recipe

You're going to love making this Chicken and Soy Chorizo with Paella recipe! It's loaded with flavors, completely on plan and a true Spanish delight.

A protein-rich low-carb diet can provide several benefits for weight loss. Firstly, a high protein intake can increase satiety, making it easier to stick to a calorie-controlled diet and reducing the likelihood of overeating. As protein requires more energy to digest than carbohydrates, it also boosts the metabolism, leading to an increase in the number of calories burned throughout the day.

In addition to these effects on energy balance, low-carb diets can also promote weight loss by reducing insulin resistance. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels. When we consume high amounts of carbohydrates, insulin levels rise, which can lead to weight gain and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. By reducing carbohydrate intake, insulin levels decrease, helping to promote fat oxidation and encourage weight loss.

Finally, reducing carbohydrates can also help to preserve lean muscle mass during weight loss. When we lose weight, it is common to lose a proportion of muscle mass along with fat. However, consuming a diet that is high in protein can help to prevent this muscle loss, as protein is essential for muscle repair and growth. This, in turn, can help to maintain and even increase metabolism, promoting long-term weight loss success.

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