A diet high in protein has been used in weight training and by bodybuilders for years to build muscle and lose fat. However, more and more weight loss diets are recommending higher levels of protein from lean sources. Many believe this diet will change a person's metabolism as the body begins burning its own fat. Dieters tend to feel fuller longer when including more protein with meals. Some high protein diets are high in saturated fat and low in fiber, which can raise cholesterol along with the risk of stroke and heart disease. People should not follow a high protein diet for more than 3-4 months and persons with kidney disease should not attempt weight loss via a high protein diet at all. The American Heart Association does not recommend high protein diets for weight loss.

LEAN PROTEINS - PLANT SOURCES
• Tofu
• Textured vegetable protein
• Seitan
• Soy milk
• Legumes, such as kidney beans, pinto beans, lentils, black beans, and garbanzo beans
• Edamame
• Tempeh
• Soy protein powder
• Nuts
• Seeds

LEAN PROTEINS - ANIMAL SOURCES
• Skinless white meat chicken or turkey
• Ground chicken or turkey breast
• Low-fat ground beef
• Bison
• Grass-fed beef
• Fish such as halibut and salmon
• Water-packed tuna
• Seafood such as crab, lobster, shrimp, scallops, and other shellfish
• Lean cuts of beef such as tenderloin
• Venison and other game meats
• Canadian bacon
• Reduced fat ham
• Lean roast beef
• Low-fat dairy, such as skim milk and fat-free yogurt
• Egg whites
• Whey protein powder

High Protein Diet Links

Mayo Clinic Review: www.mayoclinic.com/health/high-protein-diets/AN00847

American Heart Association Review: www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=11234

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