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Cheeseburger Soup
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Satisfy your Cheeseburger cravings with this easy to prepare Cheeseburger Soup! It's got all the ingredients of a traditional burger, minus the bun, in a hearty and flavorful soup.

Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Cauliflower
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Chicken Crust Margherita Pizza
Rating: 2/5

Healthy Chicken Crust Margherita Pizza Recipe

Who doesn't love pizza? Well now you can feed that craving with a recipe that tastes amazing, is high in protein and is gluten free!

Creamy Rustic Tomato Herb Soup
Rating: 3/5

Healthy Creamy Rustic Tomato Herb Soup Recipe

This Creamy Rustic Tomato Herb Soup fueling hack is my new favorite. It's simple to make and gives a rich and creamy flavor!

Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup Recipe

Recipe recommends 13-14 oz. chicken breast - that when cooked it will yield about 9oz. cooked. * If you choose to not use any cheese, use 18 oz.

Faux Baked Potato Soup
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Healthy Faux Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Potato soup is a staple around our house, and now with this Faux Baked Potato Soup recipe we can enjoy a healthy meal that's easy and on plan.

Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Crust Pizza Recipe

We've all seen the Buffalo Chicken Pizza at our local pizza place; well now you can have it at home, enjoy the flavors and still stay on plan.

Cajun Shrimp & Sausage with Bell Peppers, Asparagus, Zucchini & Squash
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Healthy Cajun Shrimp & Sausage with Bell Peppers, Asparagus, Zucchini & Squash Recipe

Grilled Mahi Mahi with Jicama Slaw
Rating: 3/5

Healthy Grilled Mahi Mahi with Jicama Slaw Recipe

Mahi mahi is delicate fish that has amazing flavor. This exceptional Grilled Mahi Mahi with Jicama Slaw recipe is a perfect summer night dish for you and the famliy!

Stir-Fried Pork Tenderloin
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Healthy Stir-Fried Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Pork tenderloin – what can I say about this little delicacy? Whenever I'm at the grocery store and see pork tenderloin on sale, I buy one or two.

Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork with Greek Yogurt Slaw
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork with Greek Yogurt Slaw Recipe

BBQ! BBQ! BBQ! Get your fix of bold tender barbeque with this pulled pork recipe that includes an amazing greek yogurt coleslaw! 

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!

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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