EPISODE · Jun 2, 2025 · 20 MIN
#114. Adequate vs optimal protein intake: are you actually eating enough?
from The Movement Link Podcast · host Jemma Aitken | Exercise Physiologist & Sports Nutritionist
In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the difference between adequate vs optimal protein intake. Now, this conversation was prompted by a recent newspaper article suggesting that protein is overrated. So I'm going to dive into what our current national healthy eating guidelines recommend, where those numbers come from, and why they might not suit everyone (especially if you’re active or have specific health or performance goals).So let’s clear up the confusion and work out what an optimal protein intake would be for you :)For online coaching enquiries, questions or feedback, please contact me via the links below. You can follow me on Instagram to stay up to date with each episode as well as all of my regular content. Web: The Movement LinkIG: @jemmalee_exphysEmail: [email protected]
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In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the difference between adequate vs optimal protein intake. Now, this conversation was prompted by a recent newspaper article suggesting that protein is overrated. So I'm going to dive into what our current national healthy eating guidelines recommend, where those numbers come from, and why they might not suit everyone (especially if you’re active or have specific health or performance goals). So let’s clear up the confusion and work out what an opti...
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