Episode 132: Are you eating too much protein?

In this episode, Jenna and I unpack the obsession with high-protein diets and why more protein isn’t always better. We talk about how social media has skewed people’s expectations around what “enough” protein actually looks like, and why chasing huge protein numbers can sometimes come at the expense of carbs, fats, fibre, performance, and overall enjoyment of food.

We also break down what optimal protein intake actually looks like for most people, why carbohydrates are still incredibly important for training and recovery, and how eating “just enough” protein can often leave you feeling and performing better than forcing down ultra high-protein meals all day.

Time Stamps:
00:00 — Why people think they need way more protein
04:00 — The problem with the “more is better” mindset
08:20 — Why carbs actually help you build muscle and perform better
14:20 — The satiety myth and why high-protein diets can backfire

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