SALMON
A food often referred to as “fatty fish” may not sound like one of the best diet foods for men, but it can absolutely help with weight loss. Salmon makes you feel full by providing lots of protein and heart-healthy fats (opposed to unhealthy saturated fats found in rib eye steak and butter). “Eating salmon can lower triglycerides in the blood because it’s so high in omega-3 fatty acids, and particularly EPAs,” Carey says. The fish is also anti-inflammatory, meaning that it makes a great recovery food after a workout and can help abate symptoms of arthritis.
NON-FAT GREEK YOGURT
Greek yogurt is strained three times as it’s made, which gives it a higher protein concentration. A serving size of 6 oz. contains up to 20 grams of protein. Stick to low-fat and fat-free varieties. Carey recommends topping your Greek yogurt with walnuts and blueberries. Speaking of walnuts …
