Do Protein Sparing Modified Fast Diets Preserve Fat Free Body Mass?
Four studies examine the effect on fat free body mass of using protein sparing modified fast (PSMF) diets for weight loss in children (Figueroa-Colon, von Almen, et al 1993, Sothern, Despinasse et al 2000, Sothern, M., Loftin, M et al 2000, Sothern, M., Udall, J. et al 2000). All studies examined fat free body mass following the acute treatment phase of a multicomponent childhood weight loss program. It should be noted that all four studies were from the same program which is organized in two treatment phases: an acute treatment phase of 10-20 weeks depending on the level of overweight or obesity of the child (in which a PSMF diet is used) and then a maintenance phase (which may last up to a year) in which a calorie deficit diet is used. The question, in all studies, was whether fat free body mass was preserved following the PSMF diet treatment. • In the Figueroa-Colon, von Almen, et al 1993 (Ø rating) study of 10 children, fat free body mass following treatment was 0.1±2.8 kg higher t
