Nestlé shows how protein helps to lose fat, build muscle
Scientists from the Nestlé Research Center, Lausanne, Switzerland, wanted to find out how to promote weight loss in obese older adults while avoiding loss of muscle mass. They found that consuming protein throughout the day, rather than eating the bulk of it at the evening meal, was most effective.
According to Nestle, obesity is a growing problem among the older population. Reducing calorie intake is one solution, but this approach also leads to loss of muscle mass. This in turn can hinder the rate of further weight loss, and is associated with reduced strength and functional capacity, and increased risk of disability and mortality.