Lean and Green Recipes

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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.

Grill Mates Salmon with Eggplant and Zucchini
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Grill Mates Salmon with Eggplant and Zucchini Recipe

Looking for a super healthy meal to make for dinner? Try this Grill Mates Salmon with Eggplant and Zucchini recipe! It's tasty and super easy to make.

Party Pico De Gallo
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Party Pico De Gallo Recipe

Making some Mexican food for dinner? Then be sure to use this Party Pico De Gallo recipe. It taste great and it takes no time at all!

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.

Mini Peanut Butter Cups
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Mini Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

I don't think I could make it without some chocolate and peanut butter; luckily this Mini Peanut Butter Cups fueling hack hits the sweet spot!

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken & Vegetables
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken & Vegetables Recipe

Instant Pot Chipotle Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Bowls
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Instant Pot Chipotle Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Recipe

Get that Mexican food flavor you're craving, but without the carb loaded rice. This light dish is great for lunch, dinner or anytime!

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.

Turkey Meatball with Rao's Sauce and Zucchini Noodles
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Vegetarian Meatballs and Zucchini Noodles Recipe

Feed your Italian food craving with this quick and easy vegetarian recipe that even the kids are sure to enjoy! 

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.

Spaghetti Squash Lo Mein
Rating: 4/5

Healthy Spaghetti Squash Lo Mein Recipe

Get your fill of those Chinese food flavors with this Spaghetti Squash Lo Mein recipe. Top it with some shrimp or chicken for a complete lean and green meal!

Grilled Chicken with Tomato Bruschetta
Rating: 5/5

Healthy Grilled Chicken with Tomato Bruschetta Recipe

Want to taste a classic Italian dish without the bread? Then try this Grilled Chicken with Tomato Bruschetta recipe! It taste amazing and takes very little time to prepare.

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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