Abstract
Objective
Evaluate reported use of the practice of “eating more protein” to prevent weight gain
among midlife women.
Design
Cross-sectional national survey.
Participants
One thousand eight hundred twenty-four midlife women (40-60 y) from the 9 United States
geographic regions, primarily married (71%), white (76%), and well educated; half
were premenopausal (49%).
Outcomes
Frequency of dietary practices to prevent weight gain, Weight Efficacy Lifestyle score,
self-reported weight change and body mass index over the past 2 years, and current
protein intake.
Analysis
Linear regression models determined associations between weight change, protein intake,
and reported use of the practice of “eating more protein” to prevent weight gain.
Results
Most women correctly identified good protein sources, and the majority could indicate
the daily percent dietary energy recommended from protein. “Eating more protein” to
prevent weight gain was reported by 43% of women as a practice to prevent weight gain
and was associated with weight loss over a 2-year period and with increased percent
energy from protein.
Conclusions and Implications
Reported use of the practice of “eating more protein” was associated with weight loss
over 2 years. Education regarding dietary protein requirements may enhance the use
of this practice.
Key Words
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