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278 How Much Protein Do You Really Need?
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Wondering how much protein you really need each day? In this episode, Dr Lucy Burns and Dr Mary Barson clear up the confusion around protein intake and explain why hitting your protein target matters for your health. You'll learn a simple rule of thumb for calculating your daily protein needs, discover why protein is essential for controlling hunger, managing blood sugar, and preventing muscle loss as you age. The doctors share practical tips for getting 30 grams of protein at each meal using everyday foods like eggs, meat, fish, and dairy, plus their honest take on whether protein powders are worth your money. If you're struggling to feel satisfied after meals or want to boost your metabolic health, this episode gives you straightforward, no-nonsense advice you can put into practice straight away.
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For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/
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https://www.rlmedicine.com/how-much-protein-do-you-really-need
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Manage episode 514789636 series 3008829
Wondering how much protein you really need each day? In this episode, Dr Lucy Burns and Dr Mary Barson clear up the confusion around protein intake and explain why hitting your protein target matters for your health. You'll learn a simple rule of thumb for calculating your daily protein needs, discover why protein is essential for controlling hunger, managing blood sugar, and preventing muscle loss as you age. The doctors share practical tips for getting 30 grams of protein at each meal using everyday foods like eggs, meat, fish, and dairy, plus their honest take on whether protein powders are worth your money. If you're struggling to feel satisfied after meals or want to boost your metabolic health, this episode gives you straightforward, no-nonsense advice you can put into practice straight away.
Website links:
For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/
Episode, show notes & transcript
https://www.rlmedicine.com/how-much-protein-do-you-really-need
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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