High Protein Diets: Good or Bad?

Lose weight while feasting on steak, burgers, cheese, and bacon? All without feeling hungry? What's not to love? Meat lovers have flocked to high-protein, low-carb plans like Atkins, Zone, Protein Power, and Sugar Busters. While these diets can work, you need to carefully consider the risks and rewards before deciding if one is right for you.

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Are High-Protein Diets Safe? Medical experts don't agree. The American Heart Association doesn't recommend high-protein diets. Too many fatty meats and dairy foods can raise your cholesterol and risk of a heart attack. Not eating vegetables and grains robs your body of fiber and critical nutrients. However, high-protein diets can help fight obesity. A more moderate diet, which cuts fat but doesn't cut too ... more
Photo by: Lisa Charles Watson / Foodpix
Are High-Protein Diets Safe? Medical experts don't agree. The American Heart Association doesn't recommend high-protein diets. Too many fatty meats and dairy foods can raise your cholesterol and risk of a heart attack. Not eating vegetables and grains robs your body of fiber and critical nutrients. However, high-protein diets can help fight obesity. A more moderate diet, which cuts fat but doesn't cut too many carbohydrates, may work safely. less

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