Plant vs. animal protein: which boosts ketogenic weight loss?
NCT ID NCT06461806
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how the source of protein in a high-protein ketogenic diet influences weight loss and inflammation in people with obesity. Sixty adults will follow a 12-week diet with either plant protein (pea/lupine) or animal protein (whey). Researchers will measure weight, body fat, and immune markers in fat tissue to see if one protein source is better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Dietary supplement (pea/lupine protein powder or whey protein powder)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that the type of protein in a ketogenic diet matters for weight loss and reducing inflammation, potentially leading to better dietary recommendations.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests a dietary change, not a drug, so the effects are likely modest.
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Locations
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School of Health, Concordia University
Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada