Even small changes in how much protein is in a meal — not huge amounts — can help people feel fuller and eat less, whether they’re lean or obese.
Scientific Claim
Meals with modest variations in protein load, rather than extreme protein levels, can influence appetite and energy intake in both lean and obese men.
Original Statement
“We evaluated the acute effects of meals with modest variations in... protein load on gastrointestinal hormones, appetite, and subsequent energy intake in lean and obese subjects.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design cannot support claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
Based on abstract only - full methodology not available to verify. The claim reflects the study’s stated aim and observed outcomes without overinterpreting causality.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
The study found that even normal, everyday amounts of protein in meals—not huge amounts—help both lean and obese men feel fuller and eat less later, which matches the claim.