Protein is one of the three macronutrients your body needs to function - and it’s the one most women under‑eat.

In this episode, I break down what protein actually is, why it’s essential, and how it impacts everything from blood sugar and cravings to muscle retention, bone strength, mood stability, and body recomposition.

You’ll learn about amino acids (including the essential ones your body can’t make), why animal protein is the most effective for building muscle and achieving a ‘toned’ look, and why vegan protein sources often fall short unless perfectly balanced.

We cover the best protein sources, the role of leucine, and why added‑protein products like ‘protein lattes’ (what!?) aren’t nearly comparable to whole‑food or animal‑based protein.

Finally, we talk about how much protein you really need, and why hitting this target can dramatically improve satiety, reduce the urge to binge, stabilise your nervous system, and support long‑term body transformation.

Stay tuned!

Episode Chapters:

0:01 - Intro

1:18 - What is protein?

2:26 - Protein health benefits

5:58 - Body composition benefits

7:30 - Protein sources

8:25 - Protein junk

11:02 - How much protein do you need?

I hope you enjoy the episode, I'll see you next week ;) 

Jen X