Protein Intake Everyone has different goals: Looking to lose weight, build muscle, or just stay healthy.A complete protein is a source of food that contains all of the essential amino acids. (Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy)Getting 2-3 servings a day of complete proteins is a good place to start.For those of you who do not eat animal products, getting the proper protein amount through vegetables is very possible. As long as you have a wide variety of all kinds of quality vegetables.For INACTIVE people, the recommended daily amount of protein is 0.7-.8 grams of protein per per pound. If…

The 5 Do-Not-Eats 1, Processed Foods – Processed foods are loaded with preservatives, sodium, and other harmful ingredients. Sodium, for one, has been linked to hypertension. It is best to “buy fresh.” 2. Sugar and Sweeteners – Sugars and artificial sweeteners are added to lots of drinks and foods. See a so-called “healthy” yogurt in a 100 calorie pack? Read the label! Chances are it is so loaded with added sugar that it’s like eating a 100 calorie candy bar. TOTALLY EMPTY! As for artificial sweeteners, studies show that people who drink diet sodas with artificial sweeteners simply crave sugar…