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Protein is one of the main nutrients or micronutrients - carbohydrates, protein and fats. Its one of them most essential part of any healthy diet. Protein is vital for muscle growth and repair, which is why it is popular with athletes. High protein also comes with some risks as well, especially when your protein intake is higher than recommended.
Benefits
Good for your Bones
Protein makes your body produce acid and this makes calcium which leaves your bones to neutralise the acid.
Muscle and Strength Gains
High protein diet is the one which promotes an increase in the muscle growth and mass when it's accompanied with weight lifting.
Improved Metabolism
Foods which have higher thermic effect will boost up metabolism as they need more energy to break down.
Reduced Hunger and Cravings
With high protein diets, it controls hunger and cravings when compared to other majority of diets.
Risks
Increased Weight
High lrotein diet helps in weight loss, but if you dont be mindful about it, you can end up gaining weight. Excess protein foods could store more body fat, while the excess amino acids are excreted.
Constipation
High protein diets restrict fibre and carbohydrates in the diet. It could lead to constipation due to lack of fibre in your diet.
Imbalanced Nutrition
A high protein diet can increase the risk of nutritional imbalances and deficiencies as most protein rich foods are meat based.