Happy Fourth of July! I hope you have some fantastic plans. I know my kids and I will do all that we can to put as much fun into this weekend as we possibly can. We may visit the Cherry Creek Arts Festival. We will be seeing the HUGE fireworks display at the Colorado Rockies game. We may even make it to Keystone or Frisco to see the fireworks over Lake Dillon! Whatever you choose to do pulled chicken tacos your family enjoy the time together and remember we live in an AMAZING country.Proteins derived from animals are considered to be complete - they contain all the essential amino acids. Animal protein does not just mean meat. It can be found in eggs (which some call "the perfect protein"), milk and cheese. If you crave meat, but are trying to avoid fat, there are lean choices in turkey, bbq pulled chicken crock pot and fish. When fat isn't a concern, there is a lot of protein in beef, lamb and pork, but these should be eaten sparingly. Plant proteins are also an option. They are incomplete, as stated above, but also low in fat and calories. If you are concerned because you have food allergies or may potentially have them, be careful when adding new foods to your diet.Build your own tacos are fun, easy to make and transport. Set up the serving area with a selection of ground seasoned beef, shredded chicken, and sauteed pork. Offer cheese, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, lettuce, black beans, refried beans, cucumbers, guacamole, green sweet peppers, and a variety of salsas from mild to hot. Tortillas can be white corn, yellow corn, blue corn, whole wheat and flour. Tortillas also come soft and crunch varieties as well.Next up was the Hoptopus. Maybe it's best to switch to something that offers more of a contrast to the ZIPA, but even from halfway across the table, the smell of hops lured me in. This six-year-old microbrew is a heavy hitting pale wheat ale. The problem with tasting the Hoptopus right after the ZIPA is that it was hard to distinguish if this one was hoppier than the first. (Note to self: clear the palate!) Either way, the color was gorgeous and it had a slightly thicker head than the ZIPA. I invited a friend who is not an IPA fan to taste this one and he was blown away by the bitterness, so if you're a hop head, take that to mean you'll really enjoy Hoptopus. Plus, it's just a cool name.Most people are familiar with the dreaded yo-yo effect. You start off on the latest diet, you lose a few pounds over a week or so, then you hit a wall. Nothing else seems to work, and your willpower is quickly disappearing. Finally you go off the diet, gain back the weight you've lost, and then some. This can be terribly frustrating, especially if you keep switching from diet to diet. Each time it can seem to bet worse and worse.Kids will love the Chicken Mac, their homemade Mac & cheese with is mixed with pulled chicken and then topped with a sweet and spicy sauce. For the adults try their Roo Burgers. Kangaroo meat tastes similar to beef just more tender, flavorful and lower in fat. If you are tired of burgers try their signature meat pie. The flakey crust is overflowing with tender beef, onions, and gravy. This warm and wonderful Aussie comfort food is served with smashed potatoes and fresh veggies.Healthy fats are also important. A tablespoon of flax seed oil, olive oil, or fat found in salmon provide you with essential fats. Other healthy fats include nuts, peanut butter (in moderation), and the small amounts of fats found in the proteins and carbs mentioned above.City, State, January 3, 2011 -- Winter is the time of the year when people are generally most keen to learn tips on how to lose weight fast. It is no surprise considering that the body has a tendency to store fat during winter months. During the holidays, it may seem virtually impossible to get slim and keep those excess pounds off. But it is certainly not impossible. Consider some of these weight loss tips.