Showing posts with label protein. Show all posts
Showing posts with label protein. Show all posts

Friday, November 14, 2008

Fiber + Protein = Fat Loss

This twosome helps cut cravings by keeping you satisfied longer by breaking down food at a slower rate in your body. Before the day is through, whip up a protein shake, steam some leafy green veggies or pack dried fruit for your afternoon snack. Whatever it is, just make a point of doing it!

**source: oxygenmag.com**

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Whey Protein: Gain Muscle, Burn Fat

Whether you want to build muscle or cut fat, whey protein works in your favor. The study of recovery nutrition-nutrition before, during and after exercise- has shown that whey protein has the ideal array of essential amino acids and branched-chain amino acids to stimulate muscle recovery and growth. Whether before or after axercise, whey protein stimulates protein synthesis, allowing muscles to recover from each bout of exercise and prepare for the next day's bout.

source: Fitness Rx for Women, Aug 08