Not Another Nutrition Podcast

#96: NUTRITION/PARENTING - Protein for Children - Requirements, Shakes, Vegetarian Children & more!

09.24.2022 - By Martin MacDonaldPlay

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Following my last episode on the protein needs of young children, lots of you had specific queries regarding your child’s protein needs. So this week’s episode I have responded to your questions regarding protein and the requirements for your children. Check out the time points below to see if there’s a question you’ve got that I have answered!

As mentioned in this podcast you can register your interest for the next Mac-Nutrition LIVE Day on Saturday 19th November 2022 here at https://mailchi.mp/mac-nutrition/mn-live-2022

Reference for the study discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep96

TOPICS

04:00 - Should children be having protein with every meal?

07:33 - Has the evidence/my opinion on protein for children, changed in recent years?

09:00 - Can children have protein powder?

12:40 - Is there a safe upper limit on protein intake for a child?

14:43 - Do protein needs change when children reach puberty?

16:45 - Do plant-based diets include enough protein for a child?

17:40 - What are the protein needs of active/sports playing children & adolescents?

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