Food-dependent thermogenesis (heat production in the body in response to food intake = increase in metabolism) was discovered by scientists Johnston CS et al. of Arizona State University.
They compared a protein-rich (MORE THAN 30% OF TOTAL CALORIES) and low-carbohydrate diets with a high-carbohydrate and low-protein food composition.
RESULT:
THE HIGH PROTEIN DIET INCREASED THE BASE METABOLIC RATE BY 90 KILOCALORIES PER DAY. EXTRACTED OVER ONE YEAR, THIS LEADS TO A WEIGHT LOSS OF APPROXIMATELY 5 KG!
What is astonishing is the fact that this loss is caused purely by a high-protein diet, without any physical activity. In combination with sports and endurance training, the metabolism-boosting effect is even greater. This is further proof of the sensible MAINTAINING A PROTEIN-RICH DIET , especially when it comes to optimal fat loss.