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Stick to white meats

A 4-oz. portion of chicken contains about 124 calories versus 201 calories in a 4-oz. portion of beef. Skinless white-meat poultry like chicken and turkey breasts are great lean animal protein choices. As is pork tenderloin and white-fleshed fish like cod and tilapia. Shrimp is also low in calories and high in protein, though they are also higher in cholesterol. If you do decide to have beef, opt for leaner cuts like flank steak, bottom steak round, petite tender roast, sirloin tip center steak, top sirloin steak, etc.

Regardless, protein (whether it's animal- or plant-based) is an essential weight loss ally that will help you feel fuller for longer and maintain your muscle mass.