Metabolic Advantage Found In High-Protein Weight Loss Diet

July 2008

Study participants who followed the high-protein, low carb weight loss diet lost significantly more weight than those following the “traditional” high-carbohydrate low calorie diet. They also found that increased mitochondrial oxidation was activated in the study participants, indicating a possible metabolic advantage.

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Effects of Commercial Weight Loss Diets on Cardiovascular Health

July 2008

This study compares the health effects of four commercially available weight loss diets: Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution, The Slim-Fast Plan, Weight Watchers Pure Points Program, and Rosemary Conley’s ‘Eat Yourself Slim’ Diet.

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