"Boost Your Metabolism with Protein-Packed Breakfasts, Says Top Nutrition Scientist"

Adding extra protein to your first meal of the day, especially for those over 50, can help fire up metabolism and combat midsection weight gain. Research suggests that a shortfall of protein in the early part of the day may contribute to weight gain around the midsection. Eating protein in the morning can help reverse muscle depletion, increase metabolism, and shift the body from storing fat to burning it. Increasing protein intake to 25+ grams for breakfast and 7+ grams for a morning snack can lead to significant weight loss. Smoothies, eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, oatmeal, and nut butter are all good sources of protein for breakfast. Pairing fiber with protein and getting enough leucine, an amino acid, can further enhance the slimming effects.