It's just a little bit about "why" Protein is so helpful in lossing weight. It's a good reference for someone who's new, too.

Protein comes from the Greek word meaning "primary." You need protein to build absolutely every structure in your body -- from fingernails to enzymes to hormones to bones to muscles to neurotransmitters like serotonin. Without protein, dear reader, you would die. (The same cannot be said of dietary carbohydrates, but that’s another story.)

But why is protein so great for weight loss? There are a several reasons. First of all, protein is far more satiating (filling) than carbohydrates. For many people, carbs just stimulate hunger rather than satisfy it. That’s why it’s much easier to eat six bowls of Cereal while watching Friends reruns than it is to eat six steaks. Several studies have shown that eating a higher protein Breakfast results in Fiber and green leafy vegetables to balance the protein. They are also getting their protein from inferior sources like processed deli lunch meats, fast food restaurants and factory farmed animals with high amounts of hormones, steroids and antibiotics. I think it’s critically important to get the best quality meats and fish you can buy -- go organic if possible, and look for "free range" or "antibiotic free" on the label. I have links to companies that produce these high-quality organic meats and toxin-free fish on my website (eggs and poultry from reputable sources and fish free of PCBs and mercury are rarely a problem when balanced with tons of fibrous vegetables, some low-sugar fruits and healthful fats like coconut, flaxseed, olive and macadamia nut oils. Protein at the center of every meal can be one of your best allies in the fight against unwanted pounds

Wow Tina, that was very informative. I am copying all of this and putting it in a MS Word document so I can keep on my bulletin board. Thanks.

Great thread, thanks for sharing!

Hey Tina, Thanks for the info. I am a new bandster- just got my first fill yesterday! I am doing what I can to make the first year an awesome year by doing lots of reading from "ole pros" like you.

P.S. Did you ever see "My Big Fat Greek Wedding"? You sound like Toula's dad---every word has a Greek root.......

Good thread of information. This should be a sticky!!!! It will be helpful to those researching the band and after!!!

I didn't write this stuff. I just found it and thought it would be helpful. I'll just pat myself on the back for atleast knowing some good info when I see it.

Thanks for sharing.

I just had refried beans for breakfast in honor of this post. Thanks for the great info.