Protein Diet Review

What You Should Know

Lately, man dieters have been passing on low-carb diets or high fiber diets in favor of a protein diet. Muscle builders have always been concerned with getting protein, but what about those of us looking to lose a little weight? This new trend sees dieters cutting back on fat in favor of protein rich foods. The ideal breakdown for a protein diet is 20% fats, 30% protein and 50% carbohydrates. Dieters report that this results in greater satisfaction and quicker weight loss and that, when following this diet, one tends to consume fewer calories overall.

Obviously, a protein diet will involve focusing on high protein foods. These include beef, chicken, fish, beans and cheeses. However, as with any diet, when following a protein diet, how the food is prepared can be as significant as the main component of the dish. For example, processed cheeses found on many fast food menus have zero protein value. Similarly, if chicken has been fried in vegetable oil and then smothered in a sugary sauce, you will not be staying on your diet.

Ingredients

Lean meat, chicken, fish, beans, cheese, eggs, nuts.

Product Features

But how valid is a protein diet from a scientific perspective? Will substituting protein for other meal choices really help you to lose weight? Ultimately, it seems like the scientific research is a little behind popular perception. Dieters on a high protein diet report that they actually eat less (fewer calories) but medical science is still at a loss to explain exactly why this might be. In general, proteins are more difficult to digest, which means that the body uses more energy trying to process them and fewer calories from protein are stored as fat deposits.

Can you get too much protein? According to doctors, this is only a concern if you currently suffer from a liver condition.

Pro╒s

If you pick from a wide selection of protein-rich foods, you actually have a pretty wide selection of dishes to choose from.
Protein is healthy!
Protein sources like chicken and beans are affordable as well as easy to find.

Con╒s

There is little scientific opinion currently available regarding protein diets.
Not suitable for any dieter with liver complications.
Following a protein diet could make it difficult to go out for meals.

Conclusion

We found no scientific basis for a high protein diet, but many positive anecdotal testimonials are available. Reducing your fat and carb intake certainly can╒t hurt, although it╒s doubtful that following this diet will see pounds ╥melt away╙ either. Even within the basic structure of a protein diet, it╒s still important to make good choices (for example, an avocado spread instead of fatty mayo.) Finally, pairing a diet like this with a thermogenic booster and a sensible exercise plan could see you well on the way to keeping weight off.