Protein powders were once associated only with weight lifting and building muscle. Due to an increased knowledge of the importance of protein and the development of more varieties, protein powders are now common among the health conscious. Protein powders do have benefits, but do you need to invest in powders, and how will they affect your nutrition? By understanding more about these products, you can decide if protein powders are good choice for you.

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Set a positive example

Parents are key players in the quest for children to eat healthy foods, and it is important to lead by example. Parents who eat vegetables have children who eat vegetables. Studies show that there is no need to make a big production or to rave about how good they taste. Kids can see through a hidden agenda. Simply make vegetables a regular part of your meals and eventually curiosity will lead your child to taste them.

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Protein is necessary to help the body make new cells and to repair cell damage. While protein need increases during times of growth and development (youth and pregnancy), protein is also important during other times of physical change such as weight loss and increased exercise. Consuming adequate protein will ensure that you maintain and build muscle mass as your body sheds fat.

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Lose weight.

Eating breakfast every morning is a common trait among people who have achieved weight loss and long-term maintenance. Research now shows that the size of your breakfast may have an impact on reaching your goals. One study found that women who ate a big breakfast (50% of their daily calories) lost more weight and inches around their waist than women eating the same number of total daily calories, but a big dinner. The big breakfast eaters also had a decrease in insulin, glucose, and triglyceride levels after their meal. This suggests that the eating pattern may be protective against diabetes, hypertension, and poor cardiovascular health.

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It is challenging to navigate the many health recommendations and diet suggestions you encounter every day. If you are having troubles deciding what, how much, and when to eat, here are a few tips for finding your own healthy eating style.

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If you are a chronic nibbler, you may be eating more calories than you realize. A healthy breakfast, lunch, and dinner can easily be undone by a bite here and a nibble there. It is easy to convince yourself that those bites don’t count, but the calories quickly add up. Below is a list of foods that are commonly nibbled when cooking at home, at the office, and at social gatherings.

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Pack your snack bag

Don’t become a victim of airport food courts and gas station food. While healthier options are becoming more available, nothing beats having your own stash of snacks to turn to. Take along foods with complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and lean protein that will keep you satisfied. Try roasted chickpeas, a healthy muffin, and some fruit.

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There are many forms of high-protein, low-carbohydrate diets. Some are prescribed by doctors to control conditions such as diabetes. Others put you at risk for nutrient deficiencies. It’s important to define what the eating plan entails to determine if it will benefit your long term health -- beyond a quick-fix for weight loss. Here are a few things to think about before cutting out carbs.

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There is no need to feel deprived and hungry when you are trying to lose weight. Understanding more about the energy density of the foods you eat will help you reach your goals while feeling full and satisfied.

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Research supports that a plant-based diet is beneficial to health, but cutting out animal products won’t suddenly make a poor diet nutritious. Whether you are interested in becoming a healthy vegetarian or simply want to improve your eating habits, follow these nutrition tips.

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