Lean and Green Recipes

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Thai Curry Coconut Chicken
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Thai Curry Coconut Chicken Recipe

As of recent, I've become a huge coconut curry fan and this amazing Thai Curry Coconut Chicken recipe is amazing.

Chicago Style Snack Mix
Rating: 3/5

Healthy Chicago Style Snack Mix Recipe

Snacking doesn't have to take you off plan. Make this amazing Chicago Style Snack Mix fueling hack and you'll get that snacking goodness and stay on track.

Mason Jar Chicken Parm Soup
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Mason Jar Chicken Parm Soup Recipe

Satisfy your Italian food cravings with this easy to prepare Mason Jar Chicken Parm Soup.

Cheesy Bacon Smothered Chicken
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Cheesy Bacon Smothered Chicken Recipe

What is not to like about this recipe!? This Cheesy Bacon Smothered Chicken recipe takes very little time and taste amazing! Our house can't get enough of it!

Chicken Alfredo & Spinach Pizza w/Cauliflower Crust
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Chicken Alfredo & Spinach Pizza w/Cauliflower Crust Recipe

Are those pizza cravings coming back? Then try this Alfredo Sauce Chicken & Spinach Pizza w/Cauliflower Crust!

Maple Turkey Sausage Patties with Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Maple Turkey Sausage Patties with Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns Recipe

This is the best guilt-free sausage and hashbrowns recipe you're going to find, because this Maple Turkey Sausage Patties with Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns is low in calories but high on

Key West Chicken
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Key West Chicken Recipe

This is a dish that we're sure you'll love. This Key West Chicken recipe is super easy and taste great! Just marinate, grill, then enjoy!

Shrimp & Cauliflower Grits
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Shrimp & Cauliflower Grits Recipe

Originating in the lowcountry of the coastal Carolinas and Georgia, Shrimp and grits is an amazing traditional southern dish.

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!

Mexican Meatloaf
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Mexican Meatloaf Recipe

A unique twist on a traditional comfort food favorite, this lean and green Mexican Meatloaf recipe is perfect for busy weeknights!

This is a family size serving.

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.

Savory Cilantro Swai Fish
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Healthy Savory Cilantro Swai Fish Recipe

Swai Fish is my new go-to fish and I can't get enough of this flavorful Savory Cilantro Swai Fish 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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