michael s
(Michael S)
#1
vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Hunt for nutritious products that say
“whole wheat” or “whole grain” on the label. Even “multigrain” is a
misnomer.
WAYS TO EAT MORE:
TRY QUINOA, a nutty-tasting grain that, like eggs and beef, contains
muscle-building amino acids. Use it for pilafs, risottos, or grain salads.
USE WHOLE GRAIN BREAD CRUMBS to reduce the fat content of your
meatballs.
TURN SALADS INTO BELLY-FILLING MEALS by adding whole wheat pasta.
#11: Extra-Protein (Whey) Powder
POWER NUTRIENTS: Protein, cysteine, glutathione
FIGHTS AGAINST: Obesity, muscle loss
TRY THIS, TOO: Ricotta cheese
Protein powder? What the heck is that? It's the only Abs Diet
Powerfood that you may not be able to find at the supermarket, but it's
the one that's worth the trip to a health food store. I'm talking about
powdered whey protein, a type of animal protein that packs a muscle-
building wallop. If you add whey powder to your meal—in a smoothie,
for instance—you may very well have created the most powerful fat-
burning meal possible. Whey protein is a high-quality protein that
contains essential amino acids that build muscle and burn fat.
Researchers at the University of Illinois found that people who eat more
protein lose more fat and feel less hungry than people who eat little
protein. In their study, subjects who ate more protein were more likely
to stick to their diets for 1 year than those who ate more carbohydrates.
Whey protein powder is more effective than, say, a steak, because it has
the highest amount of protein for the fewest number of calories, making
