YOU’RE GAINING WEIGHT

It’s true that having a high-protein diet can satisfy your hunger, but if you go too far, you might find your scales tipping over as well. “That’s especially true if you’re eating excess animal protein or downing protein shakes. Meat often means extra fat and also kilojoules. And many protein shakes have added sugar to make them taste better,” McMordie says.

Over time, too many excess kilojoules, no matter from fat, sugar or protein, will cause weight gain, she says. To shift your meals in a healthier direction, aim for balanced meals. As a general rule, half of your plate should be fruit or vegetables, one quarter should be protein, and one quarter should be starch or whole grains.