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3076: Do We Really Need as Much Protein as the Fitness Gurus Say? How Much Protein to Get

Author
Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
Published
Fri 08 Aug 2025
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Episode 3076:

Dr. Neal Malik tackles Zakyia's question about protein needs, cutting through fitness guru hype with evidence-based insights. Backed by top sports nutrition research, he explains why most active adults are likely already getting enough protein and how more isn't always better.

Quotes to ponder:

"Chances are, you’re probably already consuming enough protein."

"Most people get way more protein than that each day."

"Total protein consumption throughout the entire day may be most important when it comes to muscle growth."

Episode references:

International Society of Sports Nutrition: https://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org

American College of Sports Medicine: https://www.acsm.org
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