Protein influencers are big right now, telling us that we're probably missing out on the protein we need — and giving us a bunch of hacks for getting it. Why? They say that eating extra protein helps us build muscle, feel full, and lose weight. So is that true? We talk to kinesiology professor Stuart Phillips and nutrition professor Faidon Magkos.
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Nov 20
Never Put Meatballs on Spaghetti, with Samin Nosrat
Every day we’re all doing a little bit of chemistry: when we bake potatoes, add a little salt to our pasta, or even bake a box cake. And award-winning chef Samin Nosrat just loves to nerd out over all this. She's the author of the best-selling book “Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat” and has ... Show More
55m 49s
Nov 6
Seed Oils: Should You Switch to Butter?
We’ve been told that foods like butter and bacon are bad for us — because they're packed with saturated fats. And top dogs in nutrition say that a better option is vegetable oil, like canola oil. But lots of people, including HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., are saying hold o ... Show More
43m 40s
Jul 2024
Optimizing Protein Intake with Prof. Stuart Phillips
Join us as we dive into the science of protein with Professor Stuart Phillips, a renowned expert in sports nutrition and muscle metabolism. In this episode, we explore the optimal timing of protein intake for muscle growth and recovery, debunk common myths about protein sources ( ... Show More
1h 26m
Mar 2025
Is The Protein Craze Just Diet Culture... or Valid? Deciphering Protein Needs As An Intuitive Eater
Hey Rebel! There’s so much pressure to eat more and more protein, but is it really necessary? In today’s episode, I’m unpacking how diet culture has hijacked protein messaging, what you actually need to know about protein as an intuitive eater, and why stressing over grams and ma ... Show More
33m 8s
Sep 19
How Much Protein Do You Need to Burn Fat & Build Muscle (Key Research Findings!)
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, Dr. David Jockers explains the critical role protein plays in burning fat and building muscle. You'll learn how protein stabilizes blood sugar, supports brain function, and helps maintain lean body mass as you age.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr" ... Show More
18m 17s
Oct 2024
2740: Protein Supplementation - Whey & Other Protein Supplement Review
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Episode 2740:
Dr. Neal responds to Clint's question about optimizing protein intake for muscle tone while managing belly fat. He di ... Show More
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