Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness, August 1st, 2002
High-protein diets have become popular because of their potential for quick weight loss. Most of these plans require dieters to fill up on steak, chicken, bacon, eggs and other high-protein foods while cutting back on carbs such as potatoes, pasta, vegetables and fruit. They may work for some, but the diets have their critics. The American Heart Association recently issued a report that found "no scientific evidence" that the diets actually worked to keep pounds off, and they may trigger unwanted side effects such as dizziness or fatigue.
High-protein diets can also strain the kidneys, leadin...
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