Top 3 Benefits of Protein (Why You Should Double Your Protein Intake)

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Dr. Josh Axe

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🗓️ 26 August 2024

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Did you know you can burn more calories just by eating certain foods? Join Dr. Josh Axe as he dives deep into the power of protein in this eye-opening episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show. Discover why protein is not just for bodybuilders, but a crucial component for everyone's health and wellness. In this protein-packed episode, you'll learn: The shocking truth about how much protein the average American consumes Why eating protein could be your secret weapon for weight loss and muscle gain The surprising link between protein intake and your immune system strength How to calculate your personal protein needs based on your age, weight, and activity level The best sources of high-quality protein - both animal and plant-based options revealed! Don't miss this essential guide to understanding protein's role in your body. Whether you're looking to build muscle, lose weight, or simply optimize your health, this episode will give you the knowledge you need to power up your protein game. Tune in now and walk away with practical tips to transform your diet and supercharge your health! #protein #nutritiontips #healthyeating #weightloss #musclegrowth #draxe Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok ------ 00:00 Introduction 01:23 What does protein do in the body? 04:10 Essential vs. non-essential amino acids 07:00 How much protein should you consume? 13:24 The harms of low protein intake 15:00 Common misconceptions around protein intake ------ Links: https://www.acsm.org/docs/default-source/files-for-resource-library/protein-intake-for-optimal-muscle-maintenance.pdf https://doi.org/10.3945/jn.113.185280 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7539343/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6566799/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4393025/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26404460/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2952673/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6179508/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32699189/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC524030/ https://www.acsm.org/docs/default-source/files-for-resource-library/protein-intake-for-optimal-muscle-maintenance.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5852756/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hey everyone, welcome the Dr. Josh Axe show. I am your host, Dr. Axe. In each and every week on this show,
0:05.5	I explore the science and principles behind how to grow in body, mind, spirit, and take your health
0:10.6	and your life to the next level. Did you know that you can burn more calories just by eating
0:16.8	certain food? Not only can you burn calories, but you can reverse disease, promote longevity,
0:21.7	and look and feel younger. Today I'm going to be exploring the importance of protein in your diet.
0:27.9	I'll be going through exactly how much protein you should be consuming on a daily basis, what times
0:34.5	of day you most need protein, and the best sources of quality protein.
0:39.7	Before I dive into this, though make sure to subscribe here and hit the notification bell so you
0:44.9	don't miss a single episode.
0:48.0	And hey, I have covered so much on this podcast on how to heal using food is medicine and
0:52.7	mindset medicine.
0:54.0	Go back and search through
0:55.3	old podcasts and YouTube videos to learn more. You might be a person saying, hey, I want to heal my
1:00.3	thyroid. If so, go and look up Dr. Axe thyroid. You'll find an episode on that or Dr. Axe testosterone
1:06.6	or Dr. Axe longevity foods. And I've probably covered the topic you're looking for,
1:12.1	so let me be a resource for you. And again, don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss a single
1:17.7	thing. Well, today we're going to talk about protein, and here's what protein is. Protein is
1:23.0	essentially the building blocks of your body, just like I remember when I was a kid, I played with
1:27.9	Legos, and I would build various structures. Protein is a very similar thing. It's the building
1:33.9	blocks of your body, and it specifically helps you repair tissues. Now, when you eat protein,
1:40.6	your body breaks it down into something called amino acids, which are these tiny blocks that
1:45.4	help create muscle, skin, hair, organs, even enzymes that run different processes within your body.
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