Two Eggs a Day...

A recent study in the International Journal of Obesity found that "eating 2 eggs a day for breakfast helps you lose 65% more weight and gain more energy than a bagel of equal calories." Eggs give you lots of protein with a small amount of calories, and since protein makes you feel satisfied quicker and longer than carbs - it makes sense to eat eggs for breakfast. The yolk of the egg is high in cholesterol but also contains about 40% of the egg's protein (as well as antioxidants like zeaxanthin and lutein which are important for preventing macular degeneration). So if you don't have a history of high cholesterol, two eggs a day won't likely hurt you. Just watch what you are eating with those eggs...sausage, bacon, home fries, butter or grease are items to stay away from. Instead, pair eggs with fruit, whole-wheat toast or yogurt and cook your eggs in olive or canola oil.



Source: Natural Solutions

The 6 Healthiest Cuts of Meat

Here are 6 lean cuts of meat with under 170 calories (most with only 3-5g of fat) for a 3 ounce serving:

1. Pork tenderloin (120 cal, 3g fat, 22g protein)



2. Skinless chicken breast (128 cal, 3g fat, 25g protein)
   
   
3. Eye round beef (143 cal, 4g fat, 25g protein)



4. Boneless pork chop (147 cal, 5g fat, 23g protein)



5. Top round beef (158 cal, 5g fat, 27g protein)



6. Chicken thigh (166 cal, 8g fat, 21g protein)