How High-protein diet Boosts Weight loss - Healthbiztips
High-protein diet offers a lot of advantages to speed up weight loss. Switching to this type of diet curbs the appetite which prevents cravings. It also boosts the body's metabolism so more calories is burned.
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A protein-rich meal takes longer to be emptied by the stomach so you feel full at a longer time, which in turn, prevents you from overeating.
A high-protein diet lowers the hunger hormone "ghrelin" in the body which consequently decreases your appetite and cravings.
Protein is of the three macronutrients our body needs as a source of calories and energy. Unlike the other two macronutrients, carbohydrate and fats, your body burns more calories in order to digest protein.
What is a high-protein diet?
In a high-protein diet, you are getting over 15% of your body's total caloric need from protein.
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