What is Meant by the Protein Sparing Effect?
                                
                                
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                                Over 20-30% of total weight loss during dieting in overweight individuals is often muscle mass. The protein sparing effect is the physiological process where the body primarily uses non-protein sources like carbohydrates and fats for energy, thereby preserving valuable dietary and structural protein for its essential roles.