What is the difference between a low calorie diet and a protein diet?

Have you tried various weight loss diets without getting any convincing results? We can help you! At the Healthy Weight Clinic, we always recommend a healthy and balanced diet, whether protein or low-calorie, for example. To know the difference between these 2 effective diets, read on!

The low-calorie diet

As the name suggests, a low-calorie diet is low in calories. It therefore aims to reduce your calorie intake by calculating the portions and foods you eat. It can help you not only lose weight fast, but also build better eating habits. You can, for example, take 2 or 3 meals a day by reducing fats and sugars. By reducing your calorie intake, you force your body to get the energy it needs from your fat stores. If you are on such a diet, it is important to take vitamins and nourishing snacks, such as protein bars, to provide your body with essential nutrients.

The protein diet

The protein diet focuses on a diet that is both high in protein and very low in fat and sugar. It allows you to lose more weight faster and more sustainably than a low calorie diet, which is very motivating! Plus, unlike the calorie-restricted diet, you don’t have to calculate calories or cut down on your portions because it’s the types of foods you eat that matter.

This way, you eliminate as much as possible of sugars, starches and fat and consume more foods rich in quality protein, such as fish, eggs and vegetables. You can have 1, 2, or even 3 protein fortified meals that you supplement with vitamins and minerals. In addition to being very filling, protein gives you energy and helps maintain muscle mass – you only lose unwanted fat from day one!

Whether you choose to follow one or the other of these 2 diets, let our specialists at the Healthy Weight Clinic advise you. All you have to do is book an appointment at one of our 14 clinics across Quebec. Thank you for your confidence!