The Claim
In five non-diabetic obese women, ingestion of four different commercial protein-supplemented very low-calorie diets over four consecutive days was associated with measurable changes in plasma amino acid concentrations, blood glucose levels, and serum insulin levels after an overnight fast.
What the research says
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In five non-diabetic obese women, consuming four different commercial protein-supplemented very low-calorie diets for four days was associated with changes in plasma amino acid concentrations, blood glucose levels, and serum insulin levels after an overnight fast.
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In five non-diabetic obese women, ingestion of four different commercial protein-supplemented very low-calorie diets over four consecutive days was associated with measurable changes in plasma amino acid concentrations, blood glucose levels, and serum insulin levels after an overnight fast.
When protein is consumed, amino acids enter the bloodstream and signal the pancreas to release insulin. Insulin then tells the liver to stop making glucose and tells muscles and fat cells to take up sugar from the blood, lowering blood sugar levels.
What the research says
1 studyIn a small group of obese women who hadn't eaten overnight, drinking four different protein shakes caused their blood levels of amino acids, sugar, and insulin to change — just like the claim says.
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