FEELING SATIATED
By replacing some of the carbohydrates and fats with protein, you boost satiety.
Protein intake reduces ghrelin (the hunger hormone). And protein boosts the levels of peptide YY, a hormone that makes you feel full.
INCREASES MUSCLE MASS AND STRENGTH
Don’t worry. You’re not going to look like Arnold Schwarzenegger.
However, eating adequate amounts of protein helps you maintain muscle and promotes growth from strength training.
INCREASES BONE DENSITY
Increased protein intake and staying active maintains bone mass as we age and lowers the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.
INCREASES FAT BURNING
When you consume protein, the thermic effect is much higher than carbohydrates and fats. Protein has a thermic effect of 20-35% compared to 5-15% for carbohydrates and fats.
This thermic effect boosts metabolism and increases the amount of calories burnt.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Lowers blood pressure
- Helps maintain weight loss
- Aids recovery and repair after training and injury
- Reduces age-related muscle deterioration and prevent sarcopenia
- Does not harm healthy kidneys