Surprising Lean Protein for Weight Loss

Eating a diet high in protein will help you reach your weight loss goals. 

 Benefits of protein:

  • helps boost metabolism 
  • stabilizes blood sugar which keeps craving away
  • boosts Immunity 
  • helps builds lean muscle (muscle burns fat)
  • increases energy level 
Aim for 3 servings of lean protein each day. Here are some surprising options for high protein foods....





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