Tag: protein

TWIW 183: Protein consumption may reduce hip fracture risk

This Week In Wellness a study out of the University of Leeds has shown that for women, consuming just an extra 25 grams of protein a day was associated with a 14% reduction in their risk of hip fracture. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/11/221128100852.htm https://www.clinicalnutritionjournal.com/article/S0261-5614(22)00393-4/fulltext

TWIW 179: Is “protein hunger” driving obesity

This Week In Wellness a new study looking at almost 10,000 Australians has suggested that so called “protein hunger” driven by increased consumption of overly processed and refined foods may play a key role in over-eating and obesity. https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-find-that-protein-hunger-drives-overeating-obesity/#:~:text=A%20new%20study%20provides%20additional,body’s%20strong%20appetite%20for%20protein.  https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/oby.23578

100NO 481: Are we eating too much protein?

Marcus has been listening to a number of podcasts featuring Dr Zach Bush, and one in particular was around the consumption of protein. As a former vegan, the protein conversation has always been there. On this episode Marcus grills Damian (see the pun there?) on all things protein – do we eat too much of… Continue reading 100NO 481: Are we eating too much protein?

TWIW 115: Fake meat and meat are not nutritionally equivalent

This Week In Wellness researchers from Duke University have taken a deep dive into the metabolomics of meat and so called “near meat” showing that not surprisingly they are as different as plants and animals. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/07/210706153026.htm

TWIW 99: Do plant foods cause cats to kill wildlife

This Week In Wellness a 12-week trial has shown that cats that eat more animal proteins are less likely to impact on wildlife. The study looked at 355 cats in South West England and compared cats whose diet was largely meat derived with cats who were fed more plant-derived proteins. Get personally mentored by me… Continue reading TWIW 99: Do plant foods cause cats to kill wildlife

RFR 262: All Things Bugs, Protein and Entoveganism with Lucas Becker

In episode 262 of The Real Food Reel we are joined by Lucas Becker from Grilo Protein, a Byron Bay based company born and bred out of a desire to bring better health, sustainable and future-conscious food. Their team is on a mission to convince you and the entire world to start eating bugs! In… Continue reading RFR 262: All Things Bugs, Protein and Entoveganism with Lucas Becker

TWIW 28: High carbs for longevity?

This Week In Wellness research suggests that a diet low in protein and high in carbohydrates may be the key to living a long life, despite the fact that they led to weight gain and that previous idea on the benefits of caloric restriction may not, in fact, hold up. Nutritional scientist Dr Samantha Solon-Biet… Continue reading TWIW 28: High carbs for longevity?

TPS 283: Paleo Pro

This week Brett and George talk to Bill Fitzsimmons and Douglas Smith from Paleo Pro about healthy sources of protein and the benefits of collagen. Bill and Doug share with us a little about their journey and their passion for helping people perform at their best with a diet of ‘happy plants and happy animals’.… Continue reading TPS 283: Paleo Pro

TNN 47: All About Soy

A controversial podcast all about SOY! The history of soy, where it came from and how it is used in Asian countries, how it was introduced into Australia and the perception of soy as a health food are all covered in this informative show. There are many misconceptions out there about soy and these are… Continue reading TNN 47: All About Soy

TWG 55: Livin’ La Vida Low Carb with Jimmy Moore

This week The Wellness Guys interview Jimmy Moore of Livin’ La Vida Low Carb.  Jimmy has become an internet sensation since losing a whopping 180 pounds (almost 90kg) by changing to a Low Carb Lifestyle. He runs three separate podcast shows (podcasting 5 days a week!). He talks about how he got to the stage of weighing over… Continue reading TWG 55: Livin’ La Vida Low Carb with Jimmy Moore