Protein and Weight Loss

Let’s talk about Protein and Weight Loss.

Protein is an essential macronutrient - in other words, a compound in food that provides calories and other nutritional benefits. 

As the builder macro, protein helps grow, shape, repair, and maintain every cell in your body - even your blood cells and DNA. 

Roughly 15% of your body (including skin, hair, nails, and other tissues) comprises proteins. 

Proteins are also responsible for much of the work inside your cells since protein is a critical component of hormones, enzymes, and other chemicals you produce to live and function normally. It even plays a role in your immune system and the digestion of your food.  

And because protein is a macro, it provides energy in the form of calories. Although, it is less of a preferred fuel source for fitness and day-to-day compared to carbs and fat - mainly because your body will prioritize protein for all the other essential functions it needs. But if you eat plenty of protein, some of it will be used for fuel. 

All proteins comprise long chains of smaller, essential compounds called amino acids that serve as the building blocks for your body. And these amino acids are why protein is considered an essential nutrient.

Here are 5 reasons why protein can help you lose weight:

1. IT SATISFIES & SAVES CALORIES 

Protein is important because it helps you feel fuller and longer. Having protein around slows digestion, making us feel more satisfied and less likely to return for seconds. If this happens over multiple days, your calorie savings can help lose weight.

2. IT CURBS CARB HIGHS AND LOWS

I don’t know about you, but when I come off a sugar high onto a sugar low, I can make food decisions I’ll later regret. Pairing protein with carbohydrate-rich foods slows down the absorption of sugar from your stomach into your bloodstream, which may help keep your blood sugar from skyrocketing and ward off future cravings.

3. IT REQUIRES MORE OF YOUR ENERGY  

The “thermogenic effect of food” (TEF) is the energy we digest food into small, absorbable components. Protein has a higher TEF than carbs and fat, meaning you’re burning more calories to process protein than to process the other two.

4. IT FUELS FAT BURNING  

It may be surprising, but it is a scientific fact that your body cannot effectively burn and use fat as energy if it doesn’t have help from either carbohydrates or proteins. As you are losing weight, your body loses both muscle and fat. During this process, you must continue to eat enough protein in your diet. Having adequate protein from your food fuels fat-burning while preserving calorie-burning lean muscle.

5. IT PROMOTES MUSCLE REPAIR & GROWTH  

Your protein needs increase, especially after bouts of intense exercise so increasing your protein intake on days that you exercise is beneficial. Additionally, if you strength train consider having a high-protein snack right after a training session when the muscle is sensitive to nutrients that it can use to repair and grow.

One important thing to realize is eating more protein alone won’t necessarily help you healthily shed excess weight. When consumed in excessive amounts it can still lead to weight gain much like eating excess carbs or fat would and could put unnecessary strain on the kidneys over a long period of time.

How Much Protein for Weight Loss?

Protein intake recommendations vary based on several factors, including age, weight, gender, and activity levels. However, adults are often encouraged to consume at least 25 to 35 percent of total daily calories from protein sources.

High-Quality Protein Diet for Weight Loss

Along with consuming adequate protein, achieving recommendations through high-quality products is imperative. So instead of choosing bacon, hot dogs, or other processed meats, opt for the following lean meats and fish to reduce unwanted fat, salt, and additional preservatives:

• Beef Sirloin: 19 grams per 3 ounces

• Chicken: 17 grams per 3 ounces

• Eggs: 6 grams per 1 medium egg

• Shrimp: 19 grams per 3 ounces

• Tilapia: 23 grams per 1 cooked fillet

• Tuna: 25 grams per standard can

The Benefits of Eggs

Let’s talk Eggs… The price of eggs jumped 11% in December from the month before, according to Consumer Price Index data. The average price for a dozen large Grade A eggs in December hit $4.25, up from $1.79 the year before The price of eggs jumped 11% in December from the month before, according to Consumer Price Index data. The average price for a dozen large Grade A eggs in December hit $4.25, up from $1.79 the year before. So for Valentines Day instead of a dozen roses, I’m asking for a dozen eggs lol. 

But the benefits far outweigh the cost. 

As mother nature’s original superfood – eggs have been part of our diets since the dawning of time. Yet only now are we learning the full extent of the nutritional wonders they pack, and how beneficial they are in promoting lasting health benefits. Loaded with 13 essential vitamins and minerals, eggs also provide key sources of these important nutrients that are needed as part of a healthy diet to help you be your best, every day.

Are Eggs Good for You?

Yes. When it comes to helping meet your daily nutritional requirements, eggs are pretty tough to beat. 

Eggs provide a valuable source of quality protein – while also containing 13 essential vitamins and minerals, alongside necessary omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. 

60% of the high-quality protein in eggs can be found in the egg white, while the yolk contains the rest, along with vital healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants – all compounding for a valuable contribution to your daily nutritional needs. 

Below, I have provided some of the proven key health benefits of eating eggs:

1. Eggs Are Nutrient Rich

2. Eggs Provide Excellent Quality Protein

3. Eggs Improve Levels of “Good” Cholesterol

4. Eggs Provide A Great Source Of Vitamin D

5. Eggs Are Filling And Help With Weight Management

6. Eggs Are Among the Best Dietary Sources of Choline

7. Eggs Are A Good Source of Omega-3s

8. Eggs Contain Antioxidants That Are Beneficial for The Eyes

9. Eggs Help Boost Nutrient Intake for Healthy Aging

10. Eggs Can Support Mental Health

Staying Healthy over Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Day is less than 24 hours away and many people have already started preparing their meals and their stomachs.

Thanksgiving week is one week out of the year. Long-term consistency is what gets you to your goals. Tomorrow is unstructured — give yourself the freedom to enjoy food, free time (if you have it), and relaxation. Then, wake up on Friday and check in — listen to your body.

First of all, eat a little bit of everything like carbs, protein, fats and especially the micronutrients like vitamins and minerals. You can find these in your vegetables and fruits as well.

Be careful with the amount of sugar you are eating, especially drinking your beverages. There is a lot of sugar in teas, juices, lemonades, and half-and-half drinks. So we have to be really careful with the amount of sugar that we are drinking. Consuming sugar can lead to obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and cancerous diseases. As the holiday season is about to start you should aim to eat at least three times a day and consume healthy foods.

Tips to stay on track with your health goals this Thanksgiving

1. Avoid Over-Eating

To avoid overeating at parties and dinners, eat before you go. The healthiest choices for food are not always available at parties or dinners. I try to always eat a healthy meal before I go to one of these. That way I’ve consumed healthy food, am not hungry, and less likely to make poor decisions about consumption when partying. Hungry people tend to make poor decisions when it comes to menu selection. Showing up hungry at a party is akin to grocery shopping on an empty stomach. That is also a bad idea, so try not to shop for food when hungry or show up for a dinner with an empty stomach.

2. Skip the Seconds

Try to resist the temptation to go back for a second helping. Leftovers are much better the next day, and if you limit yourself to one plate, you are less likely to overeat and have more room for a delectable dessert. Choose the best bets on the buffet. While each of us has our own favorites, keep in mind that some holiday foods are better choices than others. White turkey meat, plain vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, thin gravy, and pumpkin pie tend to be the best bets because they are lower in fat and calories. However, if you keep your portions small, you can enjoy whatever you like.

3.  Slowly Savor

Eating slowly, putting your fork down between bites, and tasting each mouthful is one of the easiest ways to enjoy your meal and feel satisfied with one plate full of food, experts say. Choosing whole grains, fruits, vegetables, broth-based soups, salads, and other foods with lots of water and fiber add to the feeling of fullness.

4.  Drink Green Tea and Water

To feel full before the big holiday meal, drink green tea and water. Drink green tea and water before a meal is a good way to feel full without eating. Water takes up a lot of space in the stomach. Added hydration is beneficial for weight loss as it aids digestion and muscle growth. 

5. Working Out Over the Holidays

How often can workouts be skipped during the holidays? Because of travel, holiday gatherings, and out-of-the-ordinary time pressure, getting outside to run or visit the gym may be more challenging than normal. But how many days can anyone miss a workout? It is ok to miss a day. But it is important not to let one day turn into two days. Many national gyms have reciprocal memberships that allow workouts at affiliated clubs. Youtube has many Barre, Yoga, and Meditation classes available for free and doesn’t require any equipment.

6. Ways to Avoid Bad Decisions

Ways to avoid bad decisions at the table. This one is particularly challenging as all those sumptuous food items stare up at us from the table. Some selections are bound to be healthier than others. Look for vegetables first. Avoid bread, fried food, and those laden with sugar like candied yams. When tempted to eat that cornbread dressing, pecan, or pumpkin pie I would suggest smaller portions. Im always advising people what to eat or not eat. But a spoonful of just about anything will not hurt you. No one will feel deprived of this approach.

  7. Go Easy on Alcohol

Don’t forget those alcohol calories that can add up quickly. Have a glass of wine or a wine spritzer and between alcoholic drinks, enjoy sparkling water. This way you stay hydrated, limit alcohol calories, and stay sober

A couple of things that will not work. 

A couple of possibilities that are not useful for the health conscious at the holiday. For example, adding the word ‘just’ in front of a food selection will not make it smaller. “Saying I’ll just have one piece of pie or just one bowl of mashed potatoes will not lessen caloric intake.”

Similarly, eating off someone else’s plate is not helpful. There is no benefit for you taking food from someone else.  If you want to sample something that looks good, do so. Just remember the advice about smaller portions.

Just remember to be realistic.

The holiday season is a time for celebration. With busy schedules and so many extra temptations, this is a good time to strive for weight maintenance instead of weight loss.

This way, at the start of the new year you will be ahead of the game if you can avoid gaining any weight over the holidays. This is a time to focus on Family and Friends

Thanksgiving is not just about the delicious bounty of food. It’s a time to celebrate relationships with family and friends. The main event should be family and friends socializing and spending quality time together, not just what is on the buffet.

Pushing For Wellness Care Instead Of Healthcare

I think it is time we start pushing for healthcare to transform into wellness care.

Medications and treatments can save lives and sometimes they can be miracles. But we should not be focusing the majority of our attention on the treatment of disease. We should be spending at least as much time focused on preventing disease for our future generations.

This will be done through changes in the healthcare system that recognize the importance of long-term, real solutions to health like exercise, healthy diet, sleep, stress reduction, and vitamin D to name a few.

Doctors should be given the power, and motivation to prescribe things like gym memberships, farmers market food vouchers, yoga classes, etc. and those should be covered or subsidized by healthcare.

Think about the long-term health implications of this and even the financial saving we would see as a nation if we spent a little now for a lot later.

Sugar, Sweeteners, and Stevia: Which Ones Harm Your Memory?

Sugar, Sweeteners, and Stevia: Which Ones Harm Your Memory?

Today we are talking about Sugar, Sweeteners, and Stevia: Which Ones Harm Your Memory?

Sugar, in the form of glucose, is the primary energy source for cognitive functions. However, excessive sugar consumption may lead to impaired memory, and link to an increased risk of dementia. WHO (2015) recommended “free sugar” intake of 25 g per day for an adult of normal BMI.

Sugar intake has also been linked with high blood glucose, high blood pressure, and a constellation of these metabolic risk factors, ie, metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome has been linked with cognitive impairment and type 2 diabetes is also considered to be a significant risk factor for impaired cognitive function.

Each year on average, Americans consume approximately 140 pounds of sugar. Refined sugar is 99% pure calories, and it is void of any nutrients. Eating the sweet stuff causes blood sugar levels to spike, which triggers the release of insulin. Soon after, blood sugar levels drop, which causes cravings for a sweet treat. It causes a rollercoaster effect that keeps you hooked on sugar the same way a drug addict craves addictive substances.

HOW ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS AFFECT MEMORY

Consuming artificial sweeteners—such as aspartame (NutraSweet, Equal), saccharine (Sweet’N Low), or sucralose (Splenda)—on a regular basis is not a recipe for good health. It can contribute to chronically high insulin, which increases your risk for Alzheimer’s disease and raises the risk of heart disease, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and other health problems.

A wealth of research has shown an association between artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, and cognitive and behavioral problems, including anxiety, depression, irritability, and sleep troubles. A 2018 study in Nutritional Neuroscience concluded that “aspartame may be responsible for adverse neurobehavioral health outcomes.”

Let’s face it: Sweeteners aren’t great for your health. They stimulate your appetite, encourage your sweet tooth and pack on the pounds while also placing you at risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and fatty liver.

But, we’re all human, and cutting all sweeteners tomorrow isn’t realistic.

What are the best ways to sweeten your beverages and food?

1. Fresh or frozen fruit

Coming in at the number one way to sweeten your food and drinks is by using fresh or frozen fruit.

Fruit doesn’t have any empty calories, which makes it an ideal sweetener

2. Sugar substitutes

Stevia — in packet, drops or plant form — is a dietitian favorite.

Not only does it contain zero calories, but stevia-based sweeteners are herbal as opposed to artificial. Stevia doesn’t spike your glucose levels

If you have prediabetes or diabetes, artificial sweeteners and stevia are preferable to real sugar.

3. Natural sugar: raw honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, raw sugar

Raw honey and pure maple syrup both contain antioxidants and have prebiotics that help feed gut flora. Raw honey has the added benefit of vitamins E and C as well as minerals. Note: Honey should not be given to infants because it may contain botulism bacteria spores, a serious health hazard for babies.

When hitting the grocery store, read all food labels for hidden ingredients because commercial maple syrup brands often contain high-fructose corn syrup. High-fructose diets are linked to long-term metabolic complications like insulin resistance, belly fat accumulation and high triglyceride levels. When in doubt, stick primarily with pure maple syrup.

When looking for a sweetener that doesn’t harm the brain or body, stevia appears to be the better choice. Note: Consult with a healthcare provider before using stevia if you take medication for blood pressure or diabetes.

This is my favorite brand of stevia, the purest form I have found is on Amazon and it doesn’t take much to sweeten things up.

If you have any questions or you are ready to get started, contact my office at 251-949-2220 or visit my website for more information www.lifewellnessforever.com

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Physical Activity Reduces Mortality Risk

Today we are talking about how physical activity reduces your mortality risk.

Being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis at age 19, then losing my mother, father, and brother to auto-immune diseases, I know firsthand the importance of exercising for health and overall quality of life. I always tell people having rheumatoid arthritis makes me a better person because every day I am able to work out is a gift. This was my passion in starting Bodies By Cindy in 2008 and continuing my education in my 40s to now help patients around the world.

People who engage in sufficient aerobic activity are 29 percent less likely to die from disease.

What is the definition of physical activity?

Physical activity refers to all movement including during leisure time, for transport to get to and from places, or as part of a person’s work. Both moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activity improves health.

Popular ways to be active include walking, cycling, sports, active recreation, and play, and can be done at any level of skill and for enjoyment by everybody.

Regular physical activity is proven to help prevent and manage diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and several cancers. It also helps prevent hypertension, maintain healthy body weight and can improve mental health, quality of life and well-being.

How much physical activity is necessary to decrease our mortality rate? Adults aged 18–64 years

should do at least 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity;

These benefits also apply to people with chronic disease, as long as they’re exercising safely — which sometimes means talking to their physician first.

“A scientific report I reviewed shows that the people who stand to benefit the most from exercise are the people who need it the most,” And that would include people with chronic diseases and conditions.

However, despite the evidence, very few Americans meet these guidelines.

Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health.

In fact, you’ll begin to see and feel the benefits consistent physical activity can have on your body and well-being quickly.

However, working exercise into your routine takes a lot of determination, and sticking to it in the long term requires discipline.

Even yoga can be both aerobic and muscle strengthening, not to mention increase flexibility, balance, and coordination.

Let’s review the health benefits of exercising

Immediate benefits are on brain health.

Regular physical activity can help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age.

Weight Management

Both eating patterns and physical activity routines play a critical role in weight management.

Reduce Your Health Risk-

Regular physical activity can also lower your blood pressure and improve your cholesterol levels.

Regular physical activity can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Being physically active also lowers your risk for developing several common cancers.

Strengthen Your Bones and Muscles

As you age, it’s important to protect your bones, joints, and muscles – they support your body and help you move.

As you can see Exercise offers a number of health benefits, from boosting your mood to lowering your blood pressure to giving you a chance to socialize with your friends for a better quality of life.

Tune into the Health Buzz podcast on Apple where I'm your host and we will dive deeper into the benefits of exercising.

If you have any questions or you are ready to get started contact my office at 251-949-2220 or visit my website at www.lifewellnessforever.com

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Why eating vegetables is important for children

Vegetables give your child energy, vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and water. They help protect your child against chronic diseases later in life, including heart disease, stroke, and some cancers.

A healthy diet means eating plenty of vegetables, plus a wide variety of foods from the other main food groups.

1-2 years should have 2-3 serves of vegetables each day

2-3 years should have 2½ serves of vegetables each day

4-8 years should have 4½ serves of vegetables each day.

If your child finds it hard to eat enough vegetables, it’s important to keep encouraging them. If you help your child develop healthy eating habits now, it sets up healthy habits for life.

1. Set a good example with vegetables

Your child learns about food choices from you, so the best way to encourage your child to eat vegetables is to let your child see you eating and enjoying them yourself.

2. Keep trying a variety of vegetables

It’s normal for children to say they don’t like some vegetables when they first taste them. If your child doesn’t like a particular vegetable, try offering small amounts of the vegetable with another healthy food that your child likes. Also, keep encouraging your child to try and taste vegetables.

3. Use praise when your child tries vegetables

If you praise your child each time they eat or try vegetables, they’ll be more likely to eat vegetables again.

4. Get your child involved in cooking with vegetables

If you get your child involved in planning and cooking family meals with vegetables, they’re more likely to want to eat the vegetables they’ve helped to prepare.

5. Offer vegetables as snacks

Vegetables make great snacks. If you stock up on vegetables for snacks and limit unhealthy snacks in your home, your child will be more likely to choose vegetables when they’re hungry. Try an air fryer for added taste and texture.

6. Go for vegetable variety, taste, and fun

Try to choose veggies of different shapes, colors, textures, and tastes – the more variety there is, the more likely it is your child will find something that they’re interested in eating. If you serve new vegetables with food your child enjoys, the entire focus of the meal isn’t on new vegetables.

7. Get vegetables into meals in other ways

In the short term, you can disguise vegetables in foods you know your child likes to eat. For example, you could include pureed or grated vegetables in pasta sauce or soups.

Leaky Gut

Today we are talking about Leaky Gut

What is leaky Gut?

Leaky gut, or “intestinal permeability,” is a condition in which the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, causing undigested food particles, toxic waste products and bacteria to “leak” through the intestines and flood the blood stream. The foreign substances entering the blood can cause an autoimmune response in the body including inflammatory and allergic reactions such as migraines, irritable bowel, eczema, chronic fatigue, food allergies, rheumatoid arthritis and more.

Leaky gut is a common and often an undiagnosed condition that causes inflammation throughout the body. Inflammation leaves us vulnerable to developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, allergies, asthma, acne, obesity, nervous system disorders and a host of other autoimmune diseases. 

In many cases, leaky gut is caused by your diet. For me, certain foods that I was consuming every day, including gluten, soy and dairy, were being treated by my body as foreign invaders that had to be fought off. When I ate these foods, my body went to war, producing antibodies, which triggered an immune response that included diarrhea, headaches, fatigue and joint pain.

Leaky gut can also be caused by medications including antibiotics, steroids or over-the-counter pain relievers like aspirin and ibuprofen, which can irritate the intestinal lining and damage protective mucus layers. This irritation can start or continue the inflammation cycle that leads to intestinal permeability.

10 Signs you have a leaky gut:

Chronic diarrhea, constipation, gas or bloating

Nutritional deficiencies

Poor immune system

Headaches, brain fog, memory loss

Excessive fatigue

Skin rashes and problems such as acne, eczema or rosacea

Cravings for sugar or carbs

Arthritis or joint pain

Depression, anxiety, ADD, ADHD

Autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, celiac disease or Crohn’s

Make sure to tune into my Health Buzz podcast next Wednesday to learn more about gut health. 

If you are ready to get started of if you have any questions call my office to set up your appointment at 251-949-2220 or visit my website www.lifewellnessforever.com

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Healthy Pumpkin Pie Smoothie for the Fall

Entering the fall season, we’re reminded of warm spices and hearty root vegetables that work overtime on providing vitamin A and K to our diets. There are so many delicious recipes in my cookbook that use these but I wanted to share a recipe here that’s fun and healthy. Enjoy!

Ingredients: 

1 cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk 

½ cup canned pumpkin 

1 scoop of vanilla pea protein 

½ tsp of cinnamon 

1 teaspoon of pure maple syrup 

2 Medjool dates, pitted 

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract 

Zest of ½ orange 

Ice 

Directions: 

1.      Place all ingredients (except ice) into a blender and blend until smooth. Add four to five ice cubes and blend. Continue to add ice cubes to desired thickness.  

Why is this smoothie so good for you? 

·  Get pumped with pumpkin puree: Half a cup of pumpkin puree is low in calories (42), high in fiber (3.5 grams), and a great source of vitamin A and beta carotene. It is also rich in iron (1.5 milligrams), which is important to make hemoglobin and transport oxygen throughout the body, increasing your energy level.  

· Spice it up: Cinnamon helps to stabilize blood sugar levels, and its naturally sweet taste is a great addition to any recipe if you want to reduce the amount of sugar that’s called for.  

· Almond alternative: Almond milk is low in calories and rich in the minerals manganese, copper, and vitamin B2 (riboflavin), all of which are important in energy production.  

 

Three Reasons to Go Easy on Gluten

Gluten has been the topic of hot debate by a growing number of healthcare providers.

The literature is overflowing with the detrimental impact gluten has on the intestinal wall.

When you eat gluten, your body produces a molecule called zonulin. The increase in zonulin is linked to increased intestinal permeability aka: leaky gut.

Leaky gut can create a cascade of damaging health issues including autoimmune disease and many inflammatory diseases.

Although today's article is not intended to do a deep dive into leaky gut syndrome, my objective is to present three additional reasons to avoid gluten.

1: Most of the wheat (gluten) eaten today is termed dwarf wheat and contains amylopectin A. This is a super starch worse than sugar. Of special interest, amylopectin A is a trigger of small LDL particles. When wheat is removed from the diet, these small LDL levels reduce by 90 per cent. Amylopectin digestion may raise blood sugar and insulin levels, causing an increase in triglycerides and cholesterol and leading to fat accumulation

2: Most wheat has been sprayed with the weed killer, glysophate. There is growing evidence linking glyphosate to cancer, endocrine disruption, fertility and reproductive concerns, kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease, microbiome disruption and neurotoxicity.

3: Most wheat contains a preservative called calcium propionate which has been linked to mood, behavior and attention problems.

Comments:

Although the thought of going gluten-free can be challenging I would simply say that the health benefits of avoiding gluten is worth it.

A viable option is Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat. The unique composition of Tartary buckwheat contributes to its various health benefits such as anti-oxidative, anti-cancer, anti-hypertension, anti-diabetic, cholesterol-lowering, and cognition-improving.

Dr. Jeffrey Bland offers a premium Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat at https://bigboldhealth.com

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The information on this website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice.