Eat good quality meat, fish and vegetables, avocados, olive oil, nuts and seeds, some fruit, little starch and no sugar. Keep intake to levels that will support exercise but not body fat. You came to us because taking care of yourself matters so you can also take care of the ones you care the most now and in the future.
Friday, August 21, 2009
The importance of Pure Protein
There are different kinds of protein, however, there is a difference in how your body sees these. In order for your body to release Glucagon (counter hormone to insulin) your protein source must be a pure one (it must have had a face, and soul and you killed it to eat it!!!!). Therefore, if you are using dairy products (string cheese and Greek yogurt) as a protein source your body will not recognize this as a protein source and will not release Glucagon. Does this mean you need to cut out all dairy? Not necessarily. You may just need to re-visit your protein sources to make sure they are pure and use dairy in moderation. Also be weary of using beans as your source of protein.