Oh Greece, full of beautiful beaches, secluded towns, ancient ruins and......oh wait, the perfect snack. Losing weight it's not easy, especially in a time when Photoshop has increased our adoration for being thin. The trick to keep in shape, however, its not eating less, but eating smart. We all know that eating healthier along with exercise can help us shed pounds, but what exactly should we eat? The key on eating smart is on eating foods that are healthy but will keep us satisfied. Our best friend would be, yep, Greek yogurt. And what's so special about Greek yogurt? Well to start off it contains all the helpful "friendly" bacteria needed to maintain a healthy digestive system, plus it contains (depending on the brand) anywhere from 12-24 grams of protein. Protein is a key factor at keeping the midday hunger at bay. Protein keeps us full longer, which means we would eat less throughout the day without feeling hungry, plus it helps regenerate stronger muscles post-workout. Fage Greek yogurt, (my personal favorite) contains only 130 calories, 0 grams of fat and 18 grams of protein. 18 grams of protein!!! a can of tuna contains about 24 grams, and who are we kidding, no one can possibly enjoy eating a can of tuna a day. With yogurt, however, the possibilities are endless; you can enjoy it honey, in a parfait, in a smoothie, and can even make extra smooth soups with it. Yes, I said soups. Also, Greek yogurt works wonders for hair and skin. You can apply it as a repair mask by combining it with olive oil and leaving it on for about 15 minutes. Or you can buy Korres Yogurt Face Lotion to have a glowy complexion. Whatever you use it for you won't regret it. And last, a quick breakfast recipe for a fast morning:
1 tbs pure honey
1/2 tbs lemon zest
1 cup fresh blueberries
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