What are the benefits of increasing my protein intake?
Increasing protein, especially by replacing high glycemic carbs (as is recommended in an Atkins type diet), can lead to easier weight management. Hunger is better controlled with the regular intake of protein. Research has demonstrated this. Include protein at each meal and snack time. It is especially important to start off the day with a breakfast that contains protein, to ensure a more stable blood sugar. When your blood sugar is more stable, energy and moods are more even. One recent study demonstrated that an egg-based breakfast controlled hunger better and lead to a more controlled calorie intake for the next 36 hours, compared to a bagel-based breakfast with the same calorie intake. It is thought that our ancestral diet contained at least twice as much protein as the 15% now recommended for a “healthy” diet. Are there supplements that are important for people with type 2 diabetes? There are a number of supplements to consider. For starters, a good iron-free (unless your doctor s
