Did you know you can burn more calories just by eating certain foods?
Join Dr. Josh Axe as he dives deep into the power of protein in this eye-opening episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show. Discover why protein is not just for bodybuilders, but a crucial component for everyone's health and wellness.
In this protein-packed episode, you'll learn:
- The shocking truth about how much protein the average American consumes
- Why eating protein could be your secret weapon for weight loss and muscle gain
- The surprising link between protein intake and your immune system strength
- How to calculate your personal protein needs based on your age, weight, and activity level
- The best sources of high-quality protein – both animal and plant-based options revealed!
Don't miss this essential guide to understanding protein's role in your body. Whether you're looking to build muscle, lose weight, or simply optimize your health, this episode will give you the knowledge you need to power up your protein game.
Tune in now and walk away with practical tips to transform your diet and supercharge your health!
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00:00 Introduction
01:23 What does protein do in the body?
04:10 Essential vs. non-essential amino acids
07:00 How much protein should you consume?
13:24 The harms of low protein intake
15:00 Common misconceptions around protein intake
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Links:
- https://www.acsm.org/docs/default-source/files-for-resource-library/protein-intake-for-optimal-muscle-maintenance.pdf
- https://doi.org/10.3945/jn.113.185280
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7539343/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6566799/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4393025/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26404460/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2952673/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6179508/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32699189/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC524030/
- https://www.acsm.org/docs/default-source/files-for-resource-library/protein-intake-for-optimal-muscle-maintenance.pdf
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5852756/
