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Lean and Green Recipes

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Cauliflower Asparagus Risotto with Chicken
Rating: 2/5

Healthy Cauliflower Asparagus Risotto with Chicken Recipe

You will die for this unbelievably lean and green risotto, made with cauliflower rice, asparagus, and chicken. Plus, you'll stay on plan with an easy to prepare recipe!

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!

Lemon Chicken Spaghetti Squash With Spinach & Tomatoes
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Lemon Chicken Spaghetti Squash With Spinach & Tomatoes Recipe

Looking for a light and flavorful pasta style dish? The Lemon Chicken Spaghetti Squash With Spinach & Tomatoes has got you covered.

Chessy Spinach Smashed Potatoes
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Chessy Spinach Smashed Potatoes Recipe

Who doesn't love some cheesy mashed potatoes?

Personal Portobello Mushroom Pizza
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Personal Portobello Mushroom Pizza Recipe

Personal Portobello Mushroom Pizzas have all the amazing flavours of a regular pizza but with zero guilt!

Creamy Crockpot Tomato Soup
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Creamy Crockpot Tomato Soup Recipe

Nothings better on a cooler day than an nice bowl of warm soup! With this amazing Creamy Crockpot Tomato Soup recipe you can get your fill of comfort food without going off your plan!

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps
Rating: 3/5

Healthy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Looking to save some effort? Try this no fuss Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps recipe.

One-Pan Lemon Pepper Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
Rating: 4/5

Healthy One-Pan Lemon Pepper Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe

Looking for a simple and flavorful lean and green recipe? Then look no further than this One-Pan Lemon Pepper Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Asparagus! 

Baked Cod with Tomatoes & Feta
Rating: 3/5

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!

Chipotle Mac and Cheese Waffles
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Chipotle Mac and Cheese Waffles Recipe

What is better than mac and cheese and waffles? How about mac and cheese and waffles together! Here's a Chipotle Mac and Cheese Waffles hack that we're sure you'll enjoy!

Philly Cheesesteak Peppers
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Philly Cheesesteak Peppers Recipe

Want the taste of a nice Philly Cheesesteak without all the gluten?

Jalapeno Cheddar Burgers
Rating: 3/5

Healthy Jalapeno Cheddar Burgers Recipe

Every now and then you just need a nicely flavored burger and this Jalapeno Cheddar Burgers recipe is perfect for getting all those rich 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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