Protein-heavy diet linked to healthier eating choices - study - The Jerusalem Post
“The impact of self-selected dietary protein on diet quality has not been examined before, to our knowledge, like this.”.The researchers also concluded from the analysis that a moderately increased protein intake also decreases the loss of lean body mass.Furthermore, Rutgers noted, weight loss regimens that include restrictions on calories are linked to a reduction in the consumption of healthy foods containing micronutrients including iron and zinc.