Everything You Actually Need to Know About Protein
03/20/23 • 69 min
In this episode, Abby & Jillian do a deep dive into protein, a misunderstood macronutrient that most people are not getting enough of. They discuss why protein is so important, how much you actually need to support balanced hormones and a healthy gut, and why your ability to optimally break down and metabolize the protein you eat is so essential.
They clear up confusion around the differences between animal and plant proteins, discuss protein timing, and cover the controversial topic of protein powders.
Jillian and Abby share client examples, practical tips, and real life strategies for meeting your protein and more specifically your amino acids needs. They teach you how to build adequate protein into your day in ways that are both satisfying and simple. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with a new perspective on protein, and tangible action steps to get started with today.
Links:
Jillian Greaves:
PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz
Abigail Hueber:
In this episode, Abby & Jillian do a deep dive into protein, a misunderstood macronutrient that most people are not getting enough of. They discuss why protein is so important, how much you actually need to support balanced hormones and a healthy gut, and why your ability to optimally break down and metabolize the protein you eat is so essential.
They clear up confusion around the differences between animal and plant proteins, discuss protein timing, and cover the controversial topic of protein powders.
Jillian and Abby share client examples, practical tips, and real life strategies for meeting your protein and more specifically your amino acids needs. They teach you how to build adequate protein into your day in ways that are both satisfying and simple. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with a new perspective on protein, and tangible action steps to get started with today.
Links:
Jillian Greaves:
PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz
Abigail Hueber:
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Gut and Hormone Healing Plate
In this episode, Abby & Jillian dive into discussing what the heck to eat to support gut and hormones. They introduce the gut and hormone healing plate and guide you through how to use this visual tool to build nourishing meals.
There is so much conflicting and confusing information out there about what to eat, and oftentimes there is a disconnect with how to actually bring all of this together in real life and specifically on your plate. Abby and Jillian help you to understand how the plate is set up to nourish your gut and hormones and discuss real life applications to using the plate in your everyday life.
Jillian and Abby share real world client examples and teach you how to build meals that are both satisfying and that provide your body with the nutrient resources it needs to achieve optimal gut and hormone health. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with tangible action steps for enjoying food and feeling your best.
Links:
Gut & Hormone Healing Plate - https://www.instagram.com/yourbodyhasyourback/
Jillian Greaves:
PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz
Abigail Hueber:
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Carb Quality, Low Carb Diets, & How To Use Carbs Strategically To Support Your Gut & Hormones
In this episode, Abby & Jillian do a deep dive into carbohydrates - the most polarizing and misunderstood macronutrient. They discuss why carbohydrate quality and carb pairing is so important, along with how much you actually need to support balanced hormones and a healthy gut.
They clear up confusion around the differences between simple versus complex and whole food versus ultra processed carbohydrates. They cover the controversial topic of low carb diets including who could benefit from a lower carb approach, and who low carb diets might actually be harmful for.
Jillian and Abby share client examples, practical tips, and real life strategies for utilizing carbohydrates strategically to support optimal gut and hormone health. They teach you how to build nutrient dense, fiber rich carbohydrates into your day in ways that are both satisfying and simple. Enjoy this episode that will leave you with a new perspective on carbohydrates, and tangible action steps to get started with today.
Links:
Jillian Greaves:
PCOS Blood Sugar Imbalance Quiz
Abigail Hueber:
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