Even if you already know protein is a big player in a balanced meal, it’s worth a reminder. In fact, eating 20-30g of protein at every meal is like having a cheat code for reaching your goals even faster. Here’s why:
- It can help you feel full and satisfied longer after eating
- Eating protein requires your body to burn more calories during digestion than eating fats or carbs
- It helps you keep muscle if you’re losing weight
- It can help your body manage blood sugar & insulin levels
- Current recommendations call for getting 10% to 35% of your daily calories from protein.