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How Much Protein Women Actually Need (Not the Official Guidelines) | Proof of Practice
July 6, 202646 min · 8,413 words
Show notes
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Dr. Stacy Sims, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, Gabby Reece, and Amber Taylor build a practical, protein-forward nutrition framework rooted in the idea that muscle is the organ of longevity. They challenge outdated protein guidelines, break down protein quality, and cover the real-world barriers women face in actually hitting their targets, from fasted training and meal timing to snacking habits, carb strategy, and the underrated role of culture…
Highlighted moments
Current recommendations are abysmal. Last time they changed, none of us were born. But we've evolved. We've evolved in the science and the current recommendation is 0.36 grams per pound or 0.8 grams per kg, which is not that much.
“animals make the appropriate ratio for animals and that plants make the appropriate ratio for stems and leaves for the plant.”
“I've had to reteach people how to feel hungry because women in like the 40 onwards that have been so conditioned not to eat.”
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