Research paper
Westerterp-Plantenga MS, Nieuwenhuizen A, Tomé D, Soenen S, Westerterp KR. Dietary protein, weight loss, and weight maintenance. Annual Review of Nutrition. 2009;29:21-41. doi:10.1146/annurev-nutr-080508-141056
Why we cite it
Comprehensive review of dietary protein's role in weight loss and weight maintenance, identifying four distinct mechanisms (satiety, thermogenesis, energy efficiency, body composition). Notably distinguishes "complete" from "incomplete" proteins in their metabolic effects and addresses the common concern about protein and bone health — finding no adverse effects and even protective benefits. Published in Annual Review of Nutrition, a high-impact review journal.
DOI: 10.1146/annurev-nutr-080508-141056 · PubMed 19400750 · Publisher