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Diet and Nutrition
High-protein, low-fat diets effective for weight loss
May 31st, 2004
High-protein, low-fat diets are effective for weight loss and favorably alter biomarkers in healthy adults. "Although popular and effective for weight loss, low-carbohydrate, high-protein, high-fat (Atkins) diets have been associated with adverse changes in blood and renal biomarkers. High-protein diets low in fat may represent an equally appealing diet plan but promote a more healthful weight loss. Healthy adults (n=20) were randomly assigned to one of two low-fat (<30% energy), energy-restricted groups: high-protein (30% energy) or high-carbohydrate (60% energy); 24-h intakes were strictly controlled during the 6-wk trial," investigators in the United States...
Source: Obesity & Diabetes Week (2004-05-31)
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