17. How Much Protein Do We Actually Need?

Protein is always a hot topic is the fitness and nutrition space. Why? Because it seems to have been put on a pedestal when it comes to building and maintaining muscle. While it is a key macronutrient and essential for building and repairing muscle, we may be consuming more protein than we actually need. We dive into this topic and cover how marketing and selling has influenced our buying behaviors, and also how you can make some swaps today for plant based proteins such as tofu, beans, lentils, tempeh, and much more. Listen in to hear an honest conversation about how protein may or may not be helping you reach your fitness goals.