Dr. Ted Naiman is a family physician in Seattle, Washington. His Protein to Energy diet reframes nutrition around the ratio of protein to energy from fat and carbohydrates, optimising satiety and body composition.
The Protocol Explained
The P:E Diet focuses on maximising the protein-to-energy ratio in every meal. Higher protein relative to total energy drives satiety, preserves muscle, and accelerates fat loss. Protein target of 1.6-2.2g per kg body weight.
Macro Breakdown
Fat50%
Protein40%
Carbs10%
What to Eat and Avoid
Eat Freely
Lean proteins chicken breast turkey
White fish
Egg whites with whole eggs
Low-fat cottage cheese
Shrimp and prawns
Non-starchy vegetables
Greek yogurt
Avoid
Added fats in excess
Processed foods
Refined carbohydrates
Calorie-dense low-protein foods
The Science
1.Naiman T. P:E Diet 2020: Protein to energy ratio determines satiety and body composition
2.Weigle DS. Am J Clin Nutr 2005: High protein diet reduces hunger hormones by 60%
3.Pasiakos SM. Obesity 2013: Higher protein preserves lean mass during caloric restriction
Expected Results Timeline
Week 1-2
Protein Satiation
Hunger dramatically reduces as protein intake increases
Week 3-4
Body Recomposition
Muscle gains and fat loss simultaneously occurring
Month 2
Optimal Composition
Visible body composition improvements, strength increasing
Month 3+
Maintenance
Sustainable lean body composition achieved and maintained
Who Is This Protocol For?
✓Those struggling with hunger on traditional keto
✓Athletes wanting muscle preservation during fat loss
✓People whose goal is body recomposition
Success Story
Finally an approach that worked with my gym training. Lost body fat and gained muscle using the P:E ratio method.