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Does protein help?

annchocolate
annchocolate Posts: 9
edited January 16 in Food and Nutrition
Hi everyone! I have a little question to ask you.
I've heard and I've been reading that a high protein diet helps you with boosting your metabolism and that takes to a more efficient weight loss.
Is it true? Have you ever tried eating more protein and it helped you?

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  • natecoleman
    natecoleman Posts: 2
    I consume body weight (188-200) a day. Yes I believe it helps
  • jzammetti
    jzammetti Posts: 1,956 Member
    I does not directly improve your metabolism - but in conjunction with strength training it supports muscle growth (which then increases metabolism).
  • tsh0ck
    tsh0ck Posts: 1,970 Member
    I does not directly improve your metabolism - but in conjunction with strength training it supports muscle growth (which then increases metabolism).

    right. protein is the building block of muscle. also, it takes longer to digest so you will be left feeling more full for longer, which aids many in keeping portions under control.
  • annchocolate
    annchocolate Posts: 9
    Thank you to all of you for your answers! I always do my best to do some strengh training during my day so that makes okay if I eat lots of protein :D
    Good luck and thanks again <3!
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