[#20] Macronutrients: All About Protein

In today’s episode, I will dive deeper into protein as an essential macronutrient and how important this nutrient is for the majority of our health goals and longevity. Stay tuned to the end so that you can figure out your own opinion on how you're going to take care of your body with this macronutrient. Finding what works for you, what is most balanced for your routine and can still support your values and health matters. Don't sacrifice your health for something fleeting because you will end up using more resources and not showing up as good for your life and community when your health declines. In today’s episode, we cover: [00:01:08] Why you need to master your understanding of protein for your health goals and longevity [00:04:59] Using protein physiology, biology and scientific facts to make choices for your health [00:10:24] What proteins and amino acids are and how they function in our body [00:11:42] The essential, non-essential and conditionally essential amino acids [00:14:07] Nutrition value of different proteins, complete, incomplete and denatured proteins [00:20:30] Different protein structures in our body and their functions [00:23:25] How consuming a high protein diet reduces the risk of muscle atrophy as we age [00:25:49] The benefits of including complete protein in our diets for all of us [00:26:37] The best way to get in touch with me and send me your questions [00:29:26] Tracking your protein micronutrient and what to aim for in every meal Affiliate: Your Hormone Balance Testing [Code: REBELWELLNESS15] Sprout Living [Code: CBK20] Iconic Protein [Code: CBK15] Pique Teas & Superfoods [Code: CBK5] Daily Harvest [Code: CBK] Connect with me on Instagram: @kaileighlauren // @RebelWellnessPodcast Join my Newsletter: CoachKailes.com