Podcast Notes Key Takeaways

• A high-protein diet aids:
  • Muscle-burning
  • Fat-burning
  • Muscle/bone loss with old age
• Protein is the most thermogenic and satiating macronutrient. To facilitate weight loss, eat more protein.
• For maximum benefits, aim to consume 1 gram of protein per pound of body weightper day (0.6-0.8 grams per pound of body weight at the minimum, even for women)
• As best you can, try to get most of your protein from whole food sources. Then, use protein powders as necessary to fill in the gaps.
• Overall, whey protein powder is most preferable (compared to plant-based and egg-based protein powders)

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