If plants have been the focus of your plate, heres what to expect!
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Food is personal.
If youre thinking about adding meat back onto your plate, heres what dietitians want you to know first.
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You may notice these digestive changes as your body adjusts.
You May Have More Energy
Reintroducing meat into your diet could add some pep to your step.
Your Body Composition May Change
Trying to lose a few pounds or build more muscle?
Adding meat to your diet could help in two ways.
The first is by increasing muscle mass.
You May Have Healthier Skin
Looking for a beauty boost?
Head to the meat department!
Meat provides multiple nutrients that support skin health, says Hawk.
For starters, meat is rich inzinc, a critical mineral for skin health.
Plus, its protein stimulatescollagenproduction,The result?
Dewier, more elastic skin with fewer wrinkles without spending a bundle on fancy skin-care products or supplements.
Protein is highly filling and helps control hunger, explains Mitri.
If youre wondering how much protein to aim for, a good goal is about 10 grams per snack.
Healthy choices includeturkey lettuce wraps, beef jerky or evenchicken meatballs.
These dietitian-approved strategies can help.
So, if youve been considering adding meat back to your plate, go for it!
Dont be afraid to experiment to find what works best for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Your body never loses its ability to digest meat.
But it may take some time for your body to adjust to digesting it again.
Meat provides high-quality, complete protein to build and maintain lean muscle and help you feel full.
Its also rich in energizing nutrients like iron and vitamin B12.
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