Carbs, carbs, carbs. That’s what everyone seems to want to talk about. How do I avoid carbs?

Well, what you should be talking about instead is, “How do I get more lean Protein into my eating plan?”

Now THAT is the right question.

You see, Protein is where it’s at. Check out these two little known facts about protein:

1) Protein requires more calories to digest than carbs or fat. This is called the “thermic effect of food.” In other words, your body uses more calories to digest protein than other nutrients. Pretty sneaky, huh?

2) Protein provides satiety. That’s a fancy way of saying you feel fuller for longer when you eat protein

Good sources of Lean Protein come from foods such as:

Fish, eggs, poultry, lean beef…

But some people have trouble eating enough protein each day. Some people would like it to be more convenient for them.

If that’s the case with you then I have VERY good news. And it’s news I’ve been waiting to tell you for some time now.

My buddies over at Prograde Nutrition have finally released their pharmaceutical quality whey protein.

You see, not all Protein powders are created equal. Prograde Protein:

- Delivers unparalled purity through low-temperature mirco-filtering

- Is naturally sweetened with Stevia

- Contains 5.3 grams of branch chained amino acids per serving

- Mixes instantly with just a spoon

- Enhances absorption and digestion via lactase and Aminogen digestive enzyymes

Look, I’ve been waiting patiently for Prograde Protein to come out. But as usual, Prograde just would NOT release this product until they could get it as close to perfect as possible.

The best part is they are putting it on sale this week to celebrate it’s launch. You can get it at 10% off this week ONLY. Just go to http://mattlisk.getprograde.com/protein-powder.html and you’ll find all the details. Including the coupon code to use when you order to get the 10% off your order.

But you need to hurry. For one thing, the special price ends this Friday, November 13th at 11:59pm EST. The other thing is, well, I cannot begin to tell you how highly anticipated Prograde Protein has been. There’s a very good chance they’ll be out of stock well before Friday even gets here!

So get yours NOW.

PS – Prograde Protein is NOT just some run of the mill protein powder you can find anywhere. They’ve really hit a home run with this one.

I’ve had several readers ask me for smoothie and/or protein shake recipes that taste good and meet all of the criteria losing fat.  Because I consider you all my good friends, I’ll give you my super secret recipe for a great tasting chocolate peanut butter shake!  These shakes are a great way to get that critical protein and carry you over in the afternoon!

If you don’t have one by now, get yourself a high-quality blender. I have one of those Waring professional models that you see in restaurants and bars.  It is a workhorse and easy to clean.

And my favorite place to get the protein powders listed below is Netrition.com.  I’ve been using them for years – their service is unbeatable, they are extremely quick to ship, and their prices are some of the best on the Internet.

Ok – here it is:

• 2 scoops chocolate whey protein – my recommendation is Nature’s Best Isopure Low Carb Chocolate
• 2T of natural peanut butter – NOT the regular peanut butter that has added sugar – try the Smuckers smooth or chunky
• 2T of Jello Fat Free/Sugar Free Instant Chocolate Pudding
• 1T of unsweetened cocoa powder – lots of good antioxidants in cocoa
• Ice

50 grams of protein, 16 grams of healthy fats, and minimal carbs – and tastes pretty darn good!

Be creative – for example, you can throw in a small banana if your daily intake allows it or use skim milk or nonfat dry milk instead of water.  Just make sure you take into account everything you are putting in when you are figuring out your daily intake.

Chocolate not your thing? How about a Root Beer Float?!

• 1 can Diet Root Beer – I like Barq’s the best
• 2T of heavy cream – this is OK for your diet, trust me!  Just don’t drink it by the gallon!
• 2 scoops vanilla whey protein – my recommendation is Nature’s Best Isopure No Carb Vanilla
• Ice

Great way to get 50 grams of protein in you with about 10 grams of fat and no carbs!