Why is it that protein doesn't help you lose weight?
107761
My doctor gave me a book, "Body for Life" by Bill Phillips. If you don't enjoy working out, that could be your problem. This worked for me. When you take in protein, you're only supplying your body with what it needs to make muscle mass. If it doesn't need to get stronger, it won't make muscle. Even if it did, you would be gaining weight because of it. In order to lose fat, you need to burn calories, eat ALOT of unprocessed fruit (fresh) and lots of natural calcium. Processed foods don't work as well as natural ones, but no one knows why. But whatever the case, exercise is ESSENTIAL to losing fat. Imagine a swimming pool that needs to be drained. You can either open the drain, or sit there and wait for the water to evaporate off, which will never happen. That's basically it. I lost 42 lbs with this book and I feel like a new person now in other areas of my life. I promise, all you need is a little motivation.
799070
No, protein doesn't burn fat.  \n\nIt does take longer to metabolize than carbs though, but not as long as dietary fat.\n\nBTW, peanut butter is 75% fat, not a high source of protein.
927795
Many protein supplements will add weight because they also contain lots of sugars and fats.  It also depends on what you mix them with.  Make sure you read the labels and look for one without fat or added sugar.\n\nBut in reality, the best source of protein is natural foods.  Fish, chicken, turkey, legumes, hard cheeses are all good sources
102138
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984664
You are in Ketosis, burning fat.  It's actually the stage you want to be in if you are on a high protein diet.   \n\nBeano might help. Get it at the drug store.
503828
In general, we need protein in our diets to supply the body with the amino acids necessary for various metabolic processes.  The result of insufficient protein intake is that the body will try to get these amino acids from the best available source which is your muscle tissue.  Over time you will lose muscle mass.
1100668
I assume you're a female and yes weight loss is different for males.  I would definitely consider seeing a pro, (Doc, Dietitian, or a Fitness Trainer) or search the web.  You listed age and shape, although helpful, all factors like race, health, condition and location would give you a thorough accurate workout / diet.  And yes your diet does suck.  When your body is starved of protein and energy it shuts down and stores fat so you don't die.  If you receive proper amounts of protein and exert your muscles than fat in your body starts melting and muscle mass increases.
750489
If your body does not build large amounts of mass, all the protein in the world won't help. I gain mass so easily I don't lift free weights. I stick to machines and don't count protein. Just work out and see how your body develops.
641121
Right, energy is never created nor destroyed, just converted.  Protein is absorbed by the body and absorption increases after excercise (ie weight lifting) for use in muscle building.  But essentially most protein is either used for energy or for basal metabolism (because some amino acids are essential, come from the diet).  The excess goes right through your GI tract and is excreted.  However, high protein high fat diets are meant to be only temporary.  Long term health problems can develop, such as arterioslcerosis.  \n\nSorry to tell you, but the best way to lose weight is reduced caloric intake with a balanced diet (mostly carb, little fat), and increased calorie burning through exercise.  \nThe weight lost through this method tends to stay off, since this is a lifestyle change.  If you eat right and exercise, you will lose fat.
808363
Based upon my knowledge...you should not gain any weight.  Protein is what will help build muscles.  And for the calorific factor, think about how many calories you burn while running versus your intake against the calories in the protein bar.  I think your OK either way.  Protein bars are healthy.
210639
I believe the answer is much simpler than the others have stated. When you begin to lose weight by cuttin calories, it is at first effective. However, your body is having to use resources it isn't used to using, rather than having a ready source of energy (more food). You get HUNGRY because of this. Your body is used to a certain intake that it's now not getting, and so hunger increases. This is one of the biggest hurdles - reducing calorie intake while managing hunger. It is also out of the scope of my experise to answer here.
1108534
Well, what I've done to lose weight is stay away from soda and candy (all together) and don't eat any meat. To get protein eat rice mixed with beans (any kind (I use kidney beans)). It really helps. Also, exercise every day. Jog around the block a few times, do some sit-ups, and dancing is actually REALLY good exercise too. Hope I've helped.
29966
it's false. It's a popular myth. the fact that people go on high protein diet usualy means they cut almost all their carb intake. that is where problems can arise
973923
You don't mention your height or current weight, but my guess is you may not be eating enough for your body.  You could be going into starvation mode where your body will hold on to every single calorie, every single ounce.  I would suggest you shake it up a bit.  Try eating a bit more one day, exercising less another or skipping the exercise altogether for a day.  Change the types of foods you eat.  See if that helps you.  You could also talk to your doctor who'd be able to let you know more specifically why you're not losing.
769074
Rapid weight loss is not a safe way to lose weight, you lose calcium, protein and most likely muscle tissue. You have to be careful with these procedures, the safest way is exercising harder and cutting your daily servings but while taking vitamins.
488060
Milk and Cheese have protein AND they have calcium ... which helps you lose weight!
1085923
lack of protein perhaps....