Elk Meat Benefits = Aids in Weight Loss
Its protein content, in particular, may be able to help ward off cravings and reduce hunger. According to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, increasing dietary protein intake by 15 percent may result in increased satiety and decreased caloric intake. Another study out of the Netherlands showed that eating a high-protein breakfast reduced levels of ghrelin, the hormone responsible for stimulating hunger, to a greater extent than a high-carb breakfast. [draxe.com]