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Fitness Casual
If you’re burned out on diets, confused by your symptoms, and tired of being told “everything looks normal,” this show is for you.
Hosted by functional nutritionists Andrew Hayes and Kat Best, we cover the health issues most people struggle with but rarely talk about. Gut problems. Hormone chaos. Fatigue. Cravings. Mood swings. The difference between sustainable fat loss and trendy weight loss. Irregular poops. (Yes, we said it.)
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Fitness Casual
Why You’re Tired, Craving Junk, or Storing Fat: The Protein Deficit | Ep 47
Protein has been at the center of nutrition debates for decades. But even though most people know they need to eat more protein, some people still worry it’s “too much." Others think there is no such thing as too much. So what’s the truth? If you get this wrong, it could backfire, despite you trying hard.
In this episode, Andrew and Kat break down:
- Are you eating too little protein or too much protein? How to tell.
- The difference between “minimum to survive” and “optimal for health”
- How to calculate your protein needs by phase (fat loss vs. maintenance)
- What really happens if you “overdo it” on protein
- The one population who should limit protein intake (and if that's you)
Along the way, they’ll bust myths, explain how protein supports your metabolism, and share practical tips for getting enough (without breaking the bank).
Timestamps:
(03:46) The history of processed food and how protein got a bad rap
(07:09) Myth-busting: kidneys, doctors, and the truth about protein safety
(10:20) RDA vs. optimal ranges for health, fat loss, and maintenance
(15:29) Gluconeogenesis explained: when protein turns into glucose
(22:50) Cost, accessibility, and how to get enough protein affordably
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