High protein diets promote better fat loss
by Paul Cribb, B.H.Sci HMS AST Director of Research

Research now shows that increasing the ratio of protein in the diet is a safe, effective strategy that ensures better fat loss. Harvard scientists have now discovered the reasons behind this benefit.In a review of the literature by the Harvard scientists on high protein diets, two clear advantages for fat loss are noted. The first benefit is that unlike high fat or high carbohydrate diets, high protein diets promote thermogenesis. That means more calories are converted to heat and less are stored as body fat.

A high protein (calorie controlled) diet ensures you burn more calories every hour of every day.The second reason why high protein diets are so successful for fat loss is that they promote steady blood glucose and insulin metabolism. A high protein intake prevents the dramatic rise and fall of blood glucose levels. This helps people avoid hunger pangs that trigger excessive eating at meal time.