protein-sparing


protein-sparing

adjective Referring to any manoeuvre intended to minimise protein catabolism. Protein-sparing manoeuvres include addition of carbohydrates and fats to a low-protein diet in order to reduce protein breakdown.

protein-sparing

Nutrition adjective Referring to any maneuver that minimizes protein catabolism–eg, adding carbohydrates and fats to a low-protein diet. See Low-protein diet.