Eating more protein and healthier carbs

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Eating more protein will help you maintain or lose

weight. Protein takes longer to digest and will keep you

feeling fuller longer. Be mindful of the types of protein

you incorporate in your diet. Processed meats, due to

their additives and high salt content, are not healthy.

Poultry, lean meats, and fish and seafood tend to be

better choices, especially when baked, grilled or broiled

with little or no added fat. Remember, too, that

carbohydrates are also essential, but knowing the

difference between healthy and not-so-healthy carbs will

help you make good choices. Highly processed carbs

should be avoided, or, at the very least, eaten in

moderation. Whole grain bread and pasta are much

wiser choices. If you must choose one over the other,

know that protein provides more sustenance than

carbohydrates.