By Joy Bauer, TODAY nutrition expert
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Protein is a weight loss hero, but you want to choose the
leanest options to control calories and minimize unhealthy
fats. Best bets include skinless poultry, fish and shellfish,
egg whites, beans, lentils, low-fat dairy, and whole soy foods
(tofu, tempeh, edamame). For overall health, I recommend eating
red meat (lean cuts, of course) no more than two times per
week. When it comes to beef, cuts with the terms “loin” or
“round” in the name, such as sirloin and top and bottom round,
are the trimmest options. For pork, go for the ultra-lean
tenderloin.
To enhance your weight-loss efforts, check out Joy’s
delicious, easy-to-follow meal plan that’s perfectly
formulated to maximize results.
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