High protein diet: benefits and risks
https://doi.org/10.14341/omet12662
Abstract
The nature of human nutrition has become increasingly important as an effective element in the prevention and treatment of many pathologies, especially obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. High protein diets are some of the most popular eating patterns and the Dukan diet has taken the lead in popularity among the diets of this type. An increase of protein in the diet is effective in reducing body weight, primarily due to the loss of adipose tissue, without a significant effect on muscle mass. Another advantage of a high-protein diet is earlier and longer satiety compared to other diets, which makes it comfortable for use. Besides obesity, high protein diets are presumably effective for treating such diseases as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases However, despite the important advantages, this nutritional model is not universal and is contraindicated in patients with diseases of liver, kidneys and osteoporosis. Besides, the prolonged use of a high protein diet may increase the risks of urolithiasis and reduced mineral bone density even for healthy individuals. Thus, the increase in the proportion of protein in the diet should take place exclusively under the supervision of a physician.
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M. V. Altashina
Endocrinology Research Center
Marina V. Altashina, MD, PhD
Moscow
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E. V. Ivannikova
Endocrinology research center
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Ekaterina V. Ivannikova, MD, PhD
11 Dm. Ulyanova street, 117036 Moscow
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E. A. Troshina
Endocrinology research centre
Ekaterina A. Troshina, MD, PhD, Professor
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