Whey Protein for Appetite Suppression

Low carb diets have been popular for some time now and the fact is people do experience weight loss while following a carbohydrate-reduced diet. One of the reasons higher protein diets are so effective is that whey protein promotes satiety, diminishing one’s hunger levels.

Whey protein is derived from cow’s milk and is rich in all essential amino acids. Whey Protein Isolate (the form of protein in both ISOfemme and ISOFLEX) is the purest and highest quality form of protein. It is free of fat, cholesterol and lactose.

A study conducted at the University of California found that whey protein increases cholecystokinin (CCK), the hormone responsible for appetite regulation. CCK is released by the stomach and is a major contributor to the body’s desire to eat or feel satisfied.

Protein has been found to suppress this hormone more effectively than either carbohydrates or fats. The body requires more energy to digest protein than other foods, which causes an increased metabolism and higher potential to burn calories following a protein source than other macronutrients.

Protein is important no matter what type of diet that you are following. Experts suggest that active men and women should consume between 0.65 and 1.0 g of protein per body weight, depending on your goals and fitness level. These protein requirements can be reached by consuming several small meals frequently throughout the day. Adding a source of protein to every meal is important for weight management and preservation of lean muscle mass.

Adding whey protein, such as a scoop of ISOFLEX protein powder to your mid-day snacks can help to provide appetitive satiety between meals and provide energy to get through the day. There are many ways to enjoy ISOFLEX beyond mixing it with water in a shake. Protein powder can be used in many creative ways such as the high protein cake mentioned above, in protein pancakes, protein batter and much more. Check out our high protein recipes here.

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