How Protein Can Help You Lose Weight

   written by Kathryn Feather

It’s still earlier enough in the New Year that some are still going strong with those weight loss resolutions. Whether it’s the Keto, the Paleo or another low-carb, no sugar diet option, it can be confusing and difficult to understand what our bodies respond to and why. If you find yourself faltering in your weight loss efforts, or if you are still trying to decide how to get started, read on to learn why adding more protein to your diet can help you lose weight.

Many people might assume that a high protein diet just means you eat more or only meat. This doesn’t really work if you are vegetarian or vegan. And it could contribute to a host of other health issues. But, a truly healthy high protein diet will help you to increase your protein intake while still maintaining a healthy and balanced diet that includes all the fuel your body needs to get you through the day. And protein is found in many other sources besides that ribeye on sale at the grocery store meat counter.

Benefits of More Protein

So, what can consuming more protein do for you? A higher intake of protein will boost your metabolism, reduce your appetite and begin to change weight-regulating hormones. Another little-known benefit: Our bodies burn calories while we digest protein. Protein really is an essential component to our diets because it helps to build, repair, and maintain everything from our muscles, organs, and bone, to our skin and hair.

Good proteins are made up of amino acids. There are nine essential amino acids that we can derive from the food we eat. What is called a complete source of protein will contain all nine types of these important amino acids. Protein rich foods include fish, eggs, dairy products like cheese, milk and whey, red meat and poultry. Complete sources of plant-based protein include quinoa and buckwheat. Other plant-based foods rich in protein include lentils, nuts, beans, grains, legumes, avocados, soy, rice and peas.

Benefits of Plant-Based Protein

Many people choose plant-based proteins rather than animal-based due to the high levels of cholesterol and saturated fat common in animal protein, which can contribute to blood sugar issues, inflammation, cardiovascular problems and high cholesterol. If you already suffer from one of these health issues, adding more animal protein isn’t necessarily the healthiest option.

On the other side of the protein coin, pure plant protein has many benefits without the harmful side effects of saturated fat and cholesterol. Plant protein can help promote muscle repair, blood sugar control, weight management, inflammation and digestion and can even boost immune support. Another key feature of plant-based protein is the fiber factor. Plant-based foods are typically rich in fiber and can help to keep your digestive system balanced. Fiber also has the added benefit of helping us feel fuller longer.

An easy way to add more plant-based protein to your diet is trying NutraGen’s Organic Pure Plant Protein powder in both chocolate and vanilla flavors. This great source of added protein is easily digested and perfectly balanced with the cleanest, highest quality protein blend. Simply blend, shake or whisk two scoops into 10-12 ounces of water, almond, rice or coconut milk until fully dissolved for a great meal replacement or post-workout treat. It won’t take long for you to notice the difference and see your body responding to the added benefits a protein-rich diet can bring.

Pre-Holiday Cleanse or After Holiday Cleanse

Pre-Holiday
Cleanse is Here!

Does the holiday season leave you feeling bloated and out of sorts? Do you walk away from December thinking, “I will never eat that much again!” With all the parties, dinners and treats it is easy to get carried away and find yourself feeling a little “blah”.  This year, why not try something different?

Prepare your body for the holidays with Nutragen’s 7 Day Cleanse. Cleansing clears your body of toxins that stimulate cravings and helps your body recover from a few cocktails or an over indulgence of sugar. Our program and bundle will help you decrease inflammation, stabilize your blood sugars and support your bodies natural ability to detoxify in just 7 short days.

Put your body in the best position to enjoy the holidays and stay on track!

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We pledge to rigorously test, qualify and offer life-transforming products that promote balance, vitality, sustainability, and health. Our carefully selected ingredients, expertly crafted products, and doctor designed programs will promote strength, energy, confidence, and well-being in your life.

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  1. We have selected every ingredient, considering the region in which all ingredients are grown, type of soil, how the soil is maintained, the climate and environment, the harvesting process, and the drying and extraction process.
  2. We arrange for the proper shipping and handling of all ingredients to ensure optimal purity and potency.
  3. All formulas are created and tested by an independent 3rd party laboratory and manufactured following a stringent Certified Good Manufacturing Process.
  4. Finally, all formulas are packaged in non‐toxic, eco‐friendly, recyclable or biodegradable containers to ensure quality, freshness, and sustainability.

Scientifically Proven Ingredients

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We have formulated our premium line of great tasting, easy mixing whole food supplement powders and liquids for convenient daily use. Our functional food formulas may be quickly combined to form a cost-effective, nutritionally dense meal replacement shake.

Healthier Planet, Healthier You

We believe supporting sustainable farming and packaging efforts are not only good for your body but good for the environment we all share.  Pure Plant Protein™ is packaged in non‐toxic, fully compostable canisters with eco‐friendly packaging materials that use 70% less plastic than comparable plastic canisters.  Pure Greens™, Pure Digestion Plus™ and Pure Ωomega™ are all packaged in eco‐friendly, non‐toxic glass bottles to best preserve their antioxidant-rich organic ingredients.

Organic ingredients plus eco‐friendly packaging means healthier soil, healthier planet, healthier people!

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Menu:    Immune Boosting Mushrooms

 

Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) 4 FL. OZ. (118 mL)
Cordyceps sinensis Mushroom Extract (1:1)  4 fl ounces                        $47.00
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) Fruiting Body Extract (1:1)                            $49.00
Reishi  (Ganoderma lucidum) Mushroom Extract (1:1)                          $45.80
Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) 4 FL. OZ. (118 mL)
Shitake  (Lentinula edodes) Mushroom Extract (1:1)                           $45.00
Mushroom Complex 8.4 FL. OZ. (250 mL)
Mushroom Complex 8.4 oz                                                                 $85.50

A liquid mushroom combination formula to assist the immune system in the treatment of viral infections and other degenerative conditions.

Recommended Dosage
As a nutritional supplement, take one teaspoon 2 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Serving Size: 4.9 mL (About One Teaspoon)

Each Serving Contains

Cordyceps sinensis Mushroom Extract (1:1) 1.23 mL
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) Fruiting Body Extract (1:1) 1.23 mL
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) Mushroom Extract (1:1) 1.23 mL
Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) Mushroom Extract (1:1) 1.23 mL

Other Ingredients
Ethanol (30%) and purified water.

Forest Immunity
Forest Immunity 90 caps 90 Capsules                                                                $40.75

A synergistic blend of mushrooms to assist in healthy immune function. May also promote healthy cardiovascular, metabolic, liver, kidney, and lung function.

Recommended Dosage
As a nutritional supplement, take two capsules up to 3 times daily with plenty of water, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Each Serving Contains

Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) Mushroom Mycelia 600 mg
Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) Mushroom 400 mg
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) Mushroom Fruit Bodies 200 mg
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) Mushroom Fruit Bodies Extract 200 mg

 

Pain Relief

Boswellia Complex 90 caps 90 Capsules                                                 $34.00

Formulated to assist with relieving pain and inflammation associated with arthritis.

Recommended Dosage
As a nutritional supplement, take 1-2 capsules three times daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Serving Size: Two Capsules
Each Serving Contains

Boswellia (Boswellia serrata) Gum Resin Extract (65% boswellic acid) 360 mg
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Root 4:1 Extract 300 mg
Devil’s Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) Root 4:1 Extract 250 mg

 

Muscle Calm 90 caps 90 Capsules                                                       $26.00
Provides temporary relief from minor muscle pain.

Recommended Dosage
As a nutritional supplement, take two capsules 3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional. Maintenance dosage may be reduced to 1-2 capsules daily.

Calcium (as aspartate) 100 mg
Magnesium (as aspartate) 100 mg
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) Root 4:1 Extract 250 mg
Wild Yam (Dioscorea spp.) Root Extract (16% diosgenin) 170 mg
Wood Betony (Stachys officinalis) Aerial Parts 150 mg
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) Aerial Parts 90 mg
Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) Aerial Parts 60 mg
Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus) Bark 50 mg
Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) Root 30 mg
Hops (Humulus lupulus) Flowers 30 mg

90 Capsules        Cox-2 Calm                                            $36.

Assists with relieving minor pain.

Recommended Dosage
As a nutritional supplement, take one capsule 2 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Each Serving Contains

Boswellia (Boswellia serrata) Gum Resin Extract (65% boswellic acid) 125 mg
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Root Extract (95% curcuminoids) 125 mg
Amla (Emblica officinalis) Fruit Extract (40% tannins) 100 mg
Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) Leaves Extract (95% polyphenols/50% EGCG) 100 mg
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) 100 mg
Boerhavia (Boerhavia diffusa) Root 12:1 Extract 50 mg
Golden Root (Rhodiola rosea) Root Extract (3% rosavins/1% salidrosides) 50 mg
Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) Leaves Extract 50 mg
White Willow (Salix alba) Bark 4:1 Extract (15% salicin) 50 mg

PHG // 90 Capsules        Herbalgesic                            $30.00

An analgesic to provide temporary relief from pain and discomfort.
Recommended Dosage
As a nutritional supplement, take 1-2 capsules every four hours, or as directed by your healthcare professional. Intended for temporary use.

Each Serving Contains

White Willow (Salix alba) Bark 4:1 Extract (15% salicin) 540 mg
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Root 450 mg
California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) Aerial Parts (0.6% alkaloids) 200 mg
Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo) Rhizome 10:1 Extract 200 mg
Jamaican Dogwood (Piscidia piscipula) Bark 4:1 Extract 100 mg
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) Leaves 10 mg

    

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How many servings of fruit and vegetables do you eat every day? 1-3? 4-6? More than 7?

Most doctors and the USDA recommend eating 7-10 servings of fruits, vegetables and leafy greens every day. When you lead a busy life, that seems like more of a challenge than a recommendation! In fact, 90% of people don’t meet that goal. We know that finding the time to eat well can be difficult, so we have created the next best thing. . .

Great tasting, easy mixing Pure Greens™ is expertly crafted with the perfect balance of organic gluten-free grass juices, vegetables, fruits, herbs and plants. Pure Greens™ are rich in Whole Food Vitamins & Minerals, Chlorophyll, Antioxidants, Enzymes, Fiber and Probiotics.

Pure Greens™ provides the foundation for Nutragen’s Whole Body Support System™ and is designed to help optimize overall health by promoting healthy responses to inflammation, building your immune system, aiding in brain support and healthy aging.

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About Nutragen

Our Promise

We pledge to rigorously test, qualify and offer life-transforming products that promote balance, vitality, sustainability, and health. Our carefully selected ingredients, expertly crafted products, and doctor designed programs will promote strength, energy, confidence, and well-being in your life.

Our Process

Our formulas are of the highest purity and potency “from soil to seal” guaranteed!

  1. We have selected every ingredient, considering the region in which all ingredients are grown, type of soil, how the soil is maintained, the climate and environment, the harvesting process, and the drying and extraction process.
  2. We arrange for the proper shipping and handling of all ingredients to insure optimal purity and potency.
  3. All formulas are created and tested by an independent third party laboratory and manufactured following a stringent Certified Good Manufacturing Process.
  4. Finally, all formulas are packaged in non‐toxic, eco‐friendly, recyclable or biodegradable containers to ensure quality, freshness, and sustainability.

    Scientifically Proven Ingredients

    We purposefully source Nature’s Purest organic, non‐GMO ingredients from around the world that have been scientifically proven, along with a healthy diet and exercise to support the body in combating the diseases of aging, while also providing a healthy response to inflammation and blood sugar control.

    We have formulated our premium line of great tasting, easy mixing whole food supplement powders and liquids for convenient daily use. Our functional food formulas may be quickly combined to form a cost effective, nutritionally dense meal replacement shake.

    Healthier Planet, Healthier You

    We believe supporting sustainable farming and packaging efforts is not only good for your body, but good for the environment we all share.  Pure Plant Protein™ is packaged in non‐toxic, fully compostable canisters with eco‐friendly packaging materials that use 70% less plastic than comparable plastic canisters.  Pure Greens™, Pure Digestion Plus™ and Pure Ωomega™ are all packaged in eco‐friendly, non‐toxic glass bottles to best preserve their antioxidant rich organic ingredients.

    Organic ingredients plus eco‐friendly packaging means healthier soil, healthier planet, healthier people!

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