Adherence

In women with overweight, consuming fresh lean beef as the primary protein source promotes healthier eating behavior by reducing voluntary carbohydrate and sugar intake compared to plant-based protein alternatives, despite similar satiety levels.

If you are trying to reduce sugar and carbs, choosing lean beef over plant-based protein alternatives might help you stick to your goals. In this study, women who ate beef voluntarily ate less sugar and carbs than those who ate plant-based proteins, likely because they enjoyed the beef more. This suggests that food preference and satisfaction play a key role in making healthier food choices.