Science-Backed Reasons to Eat a High Protein Diet

One of the biggest reasons for our failure to lose weight is our frequent hunger pangs as well as the sugar cravings. However, this can be easily beaten over if one takes high protein foods. This is so because proteins tend to inhibit our brain’s neuronal reward system which releases chemicals inducing false hunger pangs and even sugar cravings. There are various other benefits and solid reasons to opt for more of protein foods in your diet. Let’s know a few of them –

Proteins reduce appetite and hunger levels

There are three major macronutrients i.e. carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Our body is impacted differently by each of them. Proteins tend to keep you feel filled for longer hours. They reduce the level of the hunger hormone ghrelin while simultaneously boosting the levels of satiety hormone peptide YY. This makes you ingest less food and you start losing on your body fat. A study has shown that increasing protein intake from 15 to 30% can cause a calorie intake reduction of about 441 calories per day without any intentional cutting. Thus, you end up healthier and slimmer.

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Delicious high protein snacks from Top Herd

If you are concerned about your weight or an athlete wanting a good post-workout snack, then it’s time to think about snacking on jerky or adding jerky to your meal plan.

What’s so good about jerky?

It’s well accepted that meat is an excellent source of protein. Made from 100% natural beef and turkey, jerky is therefore an excellent source of protein. Not only is it high in protein but it’s gluten free, low in fat, and low in carbs. The method of preservation and drying intensifies the flavours while still preserving the nutrients. Our jerky is made with gluten-free ingredients and we are in the process of being approved by the Coeliac Society.

What does it taste like?

It tastes delicious. We have six flavours - chilli and lime turkey, smokey BBQ beef, honey mustard pork, zesty lemon turkey, tangy tomato beef, and sweet pickle beef. First, the meat is marinated for 12 hours in a variety of herbs and spices and then air dried to intensify the flavours which creates the best tasting jerky possible.

I’m an athlete, why should I eat jerky?

It’s high in protein. You need protein to fuel and grow muscles. Protein foods also keep you full for longer, which means you are less likely to snack on unhealthy foods. Because jerky is dried and not cooked, it retains all the nutrients. The key to losing weight while gaining muscle, is to work smarter and not harder. This includes those little snack breaks. Our jerky is ready to go when you are, perfect to store in the pantry or locker at work or in the car whenever you need it.

Why is Top Herd’s jerky better than other protein options?

We know that to be strong and healthy, you need to eat high protein foods. Nutritionally superior to other meats, our jerky is made from 100% grass fed cattle, is higher in omega 3 and lower in fat. Protein bars, while convenient, are often sweet and highly processed. Our natural jerky is marinated, dried, and packaged with no chemicals, no sugar, and all in convenient resealable packaging - if you don’t eat the whole lot in one sitting, that is!

OK, I’m sold! Where can I buy Top Herd jerky?

Head over to our online store and we will ship your order to you as quick as we can.