Recent research suggests that protein supplements may be of use for more than just body builders. Diets as wide ranging as Atkins and the GI diet have shown that decreasing the carbohydrates we eat can have a positive effect on weight loss.

Protein supplements are inexpensive and widely available. The most common are powdered versions which can be mixed with water or milk for an easy meal on the go. Because they don't cause a dramatic increase in blood sugar, as do many carbohydrates, these can be a good option for dieters, and indeed anyone who wishes to get their weight under control.