Thermic Effect Studies??

rjmudlax13

I am struggling to find studies done comparing curbing weight gain through increasing thermic effect alone (i.e. eating more protein, Atkins) vs. reducing overall caloric intake and/or increasing activity (i.e. eat less, move more). I remember one that looks at the Atkins' diet specifically, but forgot who did it.

Not trying to spark a debate or be a troll....but...eh...I guess it's inevitable here. :explode:

_noob_

I don't remember the exact studies but upping protein and fiber MIGHT burn like 50-75 more calories than having those calories as more easily digested carbs or fats.

It's really not that big of an effect when you consider you might burn that in 30 mins to an hour in a coma.

Acg67

Presence or absence of carbohydrates and the proportion of fat in a high-protein diet affect appetite suppression but not energy expenditure in normal-weight human subjects fed in energy balance. British Journal of Nutrition, Nov, 2010; 104 (9): 1395-1405.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20565999

rjmudlax13

Presence or absence of carbohydrates and the proportion of fat in a high-protein diet affect appetite suppression but not energy expenditure in normal-weight human subjects fed in energy balance. British Journal of Nutrition, Nov, 2010; 104 (9): 1395-1405.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20565999

I think this is what I'm looking for. Thanks!