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    The Best Healthy, High-Protein Fast Food Options

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    While we’d never advocate fast food be your main source of nutrition, sometimes the drive-thru is unavoidable. Whether it’s for convenience or cravings—you can make a pitstop at Micky D’s without wrecking your physique and actually get a solid dose of protein. It’s true: You can find high-protein fast food that can help you hit optimal levels of the muscle-building macro. There are just a few things to keep in mind. Can Fast Food Be a Good Source of Protein?Fast food has long been criticized for its association with unhealthy eating habits and its contribution to the rising rates of obesity and chronic diseases. Unlike the debate over healthy cheese varieties and whether or not bread is good for you (carbs have been unfairly demonized for years), fast food is generally poor in nutrition across the board.The obvious drawback of relying on fast food as a source of dietary protein is it’s notorious for being high in fat, sodium, and calories. A fried chicken sandwich slathered in BBQ sauce with a side of French fries doesn’t exactly scream well-balanced meal. Even healthier fast food options are still packed with more sodium than you should consume, which can add to water retention and bloating, points out New York-based nutritionist Jessica Cording, R.D.Amidst these concerns, an interesting question arises: Can fast food actually be a good source of dietary protein? Some options do provide a substantial amount of protein if you choose wisely. From burgers and chicken sandwiches to grilled chicken salads and wraps, many fast food establishments have incorporated protein-rich ingredients into their menus and are being more mindful of the push to have better-for-you offerings. Rather than rolling up and trying to guess what you think is high-protein fast food (or even the lowest calorie fast food), we’ve tapped a handful of nutritionists to tell you exactly what to order.How to Identify Healthier, High-Protein Fast FoodSome experts don’t break any nutrition rules when it comes to ordering fast food; they recommend ordering a la cart and tossing half the meal just to score the perfect portion of protein, carbs, and fats. But we’re not fans of food waste and other R.D.s are a bit more lenient. They argue you can enjoy the healthiest fast food options available as long as you’re not doing it every week. If you’re trying to make a lifestyle change that includes cleaning up your diet, don’t completely deprive yourself of foods you enjoy. Incorporate a couple days each month to indulge in a fast food meal. It can help you stick to a healthier nutrition regimen since strict diets tend to be too overwhelming for long-term sustainability. Also note we said cheat meal, not cheat day. The latter is an eight- to 12-hour window in which you go outside of your clean meal plan and straight-out binge. Just because The Rock has epic cheat meals doesn’t mean you should, as they’re typically recommended for those who are competitive athletes and bodybuilders who are burning serious calories. There are a few blanket rules everyone should follow when getting anything to-go, even from the so-called healthiest fast food restaurants, says Alexandra Miller, RDN, LDN, corporate dietitian at Medifast. Skip the soda.Opt for lean meat protein like turkey and chicken; beef is okay in moderation, but look for fish protein elsewhere.Order salad dressing on the side.Keep condiments to a minimum.(You minimize the amount of added sugar and salt you’re getting.) Ready to put in your order? Here’s the best high-protein fast food you can eat when you don’t have a healthy lunch packed from home. Meet the ExpertsKeri Gans, R.D.N., New York-based nutritionist and author of The Small Change DietMichelle Shepherd, R.D., founder of Westcoast NutritionJanet Brill, Ph.D., R.D.N., nutrition and fitness expert Jordan Mazur, M.S., R.D., director of nutrition for the San Francisco 49ersJessica Cording, R.D., New York-based nutritionistAlexandra Miller, R.D.N., L.D.N., corporate dietitian at MedifastThe Best Healthy, High-Protein Fast Food Options More

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      26 Foods That Boost Penis Blood Flow and Sexual Health

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      The health of your penis is obviously key for sex positions. However, focusing on your sexual health overall is most important, as erectile dysfunction, low libido (sex drive), and infertility can negatively impact your mental health and relationship—not just with your partner but yourself. While there are supplements that increase sex drive, sex toys like prostate massagers that help circulation, penis pumps that can help you get it up, and cock rings that can prolong or enhance erections, varying your diet to include the best foods to increase blood flow to the penis naturally goes a long way. We spoke with seven nutrition experts about the best foods to increase blood flow to the penis, enhancing sexual health and performance. There’s nothing revolutionary; no magic food groups. What follows is a list of foods high in protein to aid muscle repair; vegetables loaded with nutrients that increase the production of sex hormones; healthy fats that support cardiovascular health essential for erectile function; antioxidants that enhance blood flow and reduce inflammation, ultimately improving sexual function and libido in men; and more. Before we dive in, quick PSA: If you’re wondering if you can make your penis bigger, it’s not possible. However, if you’re overweight or obese and lose weight, your penis size can appear bigger since you’ll lose excess fat around your abdomen and pubic area. Bottom line: Penis enlargement foods are a myth. And while there are foods that help with erectile dysfunction, there are no foods that help increase penis size.Best Foods to Increase Blood Flow to the Penis Naturally, According to ExpertsIn addition to tasting great and being versatile, these foods carry a boatload of vitamins and other naturally occurring compounds that, according to experts and science, are proven to enhance sexual health on a number of levels. Asparagus More

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      The 10 best sources of fiber

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      These foods are great sources of fiber—and will aid weight loss, boost health, and help keep you fuller for longer.One of the keys to unlocking a lifelong lean and healthy body is fueling your body with foods high in fiber. These foods contain ample amounts of fiber but don’t contain a lot of other carbohydrates that will send your blood sugar levels on a roller coaster ride. What Is Fiber?Fiber provides bulk to your diet allowing you to feel fuller while eating less calories (even though you will often be eating a larger volume of food). Fiber also acts as a speed bump for digestion, slowing the rate in which the nutrients enter your body; this is good for weight loss, sustained energy, and managing hunger. Here we rounded up 10 must-have foods to fully maximize your fiber intake. Raspberries More

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      9 Things You Would Have to Give up to Eat Like Tom Brady

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      Tom and wife Gisele Bundchen’s personal chef Allen Campbell talked to Boston.com about what the couple (and their kids) eat to stay in such d*mn good shape. Want to give it a try? First off, you should know that it’s 80 percent fresh, organic veggies and whole grains like quinoa, millet, and beans. Why Tom […] More