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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Where Have The Insects Gone?? With Dr. Jessica Ware
Bugs are disappearing at alarming rates, scientists are telling us. Bees, butterflies, beetles: all of them have been dropping like flies. And scientists say there are a bunch of reasons to care about this — for example, fewer bugs means less pollination, which means less pasta i ... Show More
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Sep 3
Protein-Maxxing: Is It Actually Bad For Us?
Protein is everywhere — tons of us are trying to cram more of it into our diets, and it's showing up in our lattes, our snack bars, even our popcorn. But just as we’re getting on board with protein-maxxing, a bunch of headlines have started saying the opposite: that eating LESS p ... Show More
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Apr 2025
The Power (and Pitfalls) of a High-Protein Diet
Americans are protein obsessed, but should we be? Renowned nutritionist Dr. Tim Spector sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to share why the focus on protein may mean we’re missing out on another crucial nutrient. Plus, Spector weighs in on other health fads, from low-fat foods to se ... Show More
27m 18s
May 2025
1- Why High-Protein Diets? The Basics You Need to Know
Send us Fan Mail Curious about why protein matters so much? In this episode, we dive into the role of protein in your diet, how it can support weight loss, how much you really need each day, and whether plant-based sources can meet your protein goals. Join us to get the facts! Su ... Show More
3m 34s
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