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Maintaining a high-protein diet is beneficial for when you are in a fat loss phase. It specifically helps in making you feel more satiated throughout the day and improving muscle preservation [1]. - A good example of the latter point is a 2010 study. In this study, a protein intake of 2.2g/kg (of total bodyweight) resulted in significantly more muscle preservation than 1g/kg in resistance trained men [2]. - Also, eating more protein tends to make people feel more satiated without having to consume more calories [3]. Since hunger levels tend to increase in a fat loss phase, having a protein-rich diet can make adhering to a fat loss diet easier [4]. - Now, this doesn't mean you should start stuffing yourself with protein to lose fat. But if you struggle with controlling food intake and want focus on preserving muscle, seeking to have a somewhat higher protein diet may help. - Swipe left for more practical info! - References: 1. https://jissn./articles/10.1186/s12970-017-0174- 2. https://www.ncbi.nlm./pubmed/19927027 3. https://www.ncbi.nlm./pubmed/18469287 4. https://www.ncbi.nlm./pubmed/16002798 |
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