Where does the thermogenesis come from eating high protein low carb? Is there a step-up in the thyroid from increased fat or a kick for the nervous system? Oliva ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hilary McClure" <[log in to unmask]> Doesn't matter much if it's true that we don't have BAT. Cordain refers to a large amount of evidence that high protein intake promotes thermogenesis and satiety. Hilary