Protein Powder

Sliced Bread

BBC

Health & Fitness

4.6 • 634 Ratings

🗓️ 23 January 2025

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Summary

Listener Helen from Manchester got in touch to ask about Protein Powders, as she considered replenishing her supply that she?s been taking after long distance runs.

She wanted to know if Whey or Plant-based protein really can help her build and repair muscle, whether there?s a set amount she should be having, if one type is better than the other, or if she could just get the protein she needs from her food ? and save on buying another bag?

Greg Foot brings back Professor of Human Physiology, Sport and Exercise Sciences at Liverpool, John Moores University, Graeme Close to answer Helen?s questions, tell us what our body needs and uses protein for, and whether it really can deliver ?Gainz? (with a Z.)

As always, all of our investigations start with YOUR suggestions. If you?ve seen an ad, trend or wonder product promising to make you happier, healthier or greener, email us at [email protected] OR send a voice note to our WhatsApp number, 07543 306807.

PRESENTER: GREG FOOT

PRODUCER: KATE HOLDSWORTH & PHIL SANSOM

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1:03.7	Hello, I'm Greg Furtz, and welcome to the show that investigates the Wonder Products promising to make you happier, healthier or greener.
1:06.8	Each episode, I run one of your suggested wonder products through the evidence mill
1:10.4	to find out if it is indeed the best thing since sliced bread or marketing BS.
1:15.4	And today, I'm joined in the studio by Helen Foster from Manchester.
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