But the study did not prove that
higher levels of this protein actually caused brain damage.
Not exact matches
Interestingly, a
high -
protein diet can
actually increase
levels of your fullness hormones to the point that you feel satisfied with less food.
Whey
protein has been shown to produce
high levels of insulin, however, this effect is
actually used to the advantage in many populations such as those with type 2 diabetes as a way to reduce post-meal blood sugars.
When it comes to cholesterol
levels, a long - term
high -
protein can
actually help decrease the
levels of «bad cholesterol» and reduce the risk
of cardiovascular diseases.
− it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects; − its potassium load helps the natural detox function
of our bodies; − despite its sweet taste, it
actually regulates the blood sugar
levels giving the
high amounts
of fiber it contains; − it contains special starch - related molecules with antibacterial and antifungal properties; − its unique storage
proteins, sporamins, prevent oxidative damage to our cells.
If we equate de facto ketogenic diets with
high -
protein diets (which is not always correct) then the risks proposed by critics
of this type
of dietary approach are essentially those
of possible kidney damage due to
high levels of nitrogen excretion during
protein metabolism, which can cause an increase in glomerular pressure and hyperfiltration.12 There is not wide agreement between studies; however, some infer the possibility
of renal damage from animal studies, 99, 100 whereas others, looking at both animal models, meta - analyses and human studies, propose that even
high levels of protein in the diet do not damage renal function.101, 102 In subjects with intact renal function,
higher dietary
protein levels caused some functional and morphological adaptations without negative effects.103 There may
actually be renal - related effects, but on blood pressure rather than morphological damage.
I often see that veterinarians and food companies still promote feeding seniors foods drastically decreased in
protein and fat, even though this is generally not indicated, and research has shown that especially senior dogs, as long as no other health issues require the reduction
of protein for specific reasons,
actually remain healthier with a
higher protein level in their diet than on low -
protein «Senior», «Less Active» or «Weight Management» foods.
Dogs can
actually do well with much lower
protein levels if the
protein is
of high quality.
The ingredients in Authority however, is dried chicken meal which is
actually higher levels of protein than the fresh ingredient.
Most senior diets, for instance, are still formulated to contain lower
levels of protein and correspondingly
higher amounts
of carbohydrate, but recent studies tell us that older dogs
actually need more quality
protein, not less.
Older cats
actually require
higher levels of protein in order to maintain their muscle mass.