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Lean and Green Recipes

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One Pan Shakshuka
Rating: 5/5

Healthy One Pan Shakshuka Recipe

Take your senses on an amazing journey with this wonderful One Pan Shakshuka recipe. A rich tomato base dish combined with plenty of peppers, spices and eggs is a delight anytime!

Steak Fajita Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Steak Fajita Cauliflower Crust Pizza Recipe

You will need a baking sheet, parchment paper and a clean kitchen towel. Cauliflower Crust--First 3 Ingredients. Steak Fajita--Last 6 Ingredients.

Grilled Chicken with Eggplant Parmesan
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Grilled Chicken with Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Eggplant has become one of my favorite vegetables as of late and this delicious Grilled Chicken with Eggplant Parmesan only reinforces that.

Cauliflower Chicken Enchiladas
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Cauliflower Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Who doesn't love a nice enchilada? Well this amazing Cauliflower Chicken Enchiladas recipe will keep you on track with a meal that is delicious and easy to make!

Green Bean Lasagna
Rating: 1/5

Healthy Green Bean Lasagna Recipe

This is one of those cheesy dishes that uses only cheese as the lean, but I never seem to mind those recipes because I am a cheese lover you just need to watch the sodium.

Healthy Parmesan Meatballs & Collard Greens Recipe

Who said meatballs were only for pasta? This Parmesan Meatballs & Collard Greens recipe is easy and delicious! This is a dish that the whole family is sure to love!

Chicken Paella
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Chicken Paella Recipe

Suggested Brand: Upton's Natural  Vegan Chorizo Seitan Crumbles

California Club Tacos
Rating: 5/5

Healthy California Club Tacos Recipe

Who doesn't love a good taco? We'll these unique California Club Tacos are made from a cheese slice shell and will have you wondering why they weren't made this way all along!

Yellow Squash Taco Casserole
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Yellow Squash Taco Casserole Recipe

Tip: Recipe makes 5 servings, but casserole can be divided into individual 1 serving portions and freezing for later.

Chicken Burritos
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Chicken Burritos Recipe

There's nothing like the wrapped-up goodness of a warm burrito and this Chicken Burrito recipe is simple and delicious.

Zucchini Spinach Manicotti
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Zucchini Spinach Manicotti Recipe

Manicotti is an Italian dish full of flavor, loaded with cheese and sauce.

Savory Cilantro Salmon
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Savory Cilantro Salmon Recipe

Salmon is my new go-to fish and I can't get enough of this flavorful Savory Cilantro Salmon recipe. Add it to your night for a new spin of flavors.

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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