87. Is Your Body Getting Enough Protein to Heal?

You can be eating a healthy diet and still be undernourished. In this episode of Renegade Remission, we explore one of the most overlooked reasons people with chronic or serious illness may feel weak, depleted, shaky, slow to recover, or like their body is not rebuilding the way it should: not getting enough protein.Protein is not just for athletes or muscle building. It provides the amino acids your body uses to make immune cells, antibodies, enzymes, neurotransmitters, connective tissue, hormones, and the raw materials needed for repair. During illness, inflammation, treatment, stress, infection, injury, or muscle loss, your need for protein may be higher than you realize.In this episode, you’ll understand:Why a “healthy” diet can still be too low in proteinHow protein supports immunity, tissue repair, blood sugar, strength, and recoveryWhy muscle is one of the body’s most important reserves during illnessHow to recognize subtle signs that you may not be getting enough proteinSimple ways to add more protein in forms your body can actually tolerateListen now to learn how much protein a healing body may need and how to begin supporting your strength, energy, and recovery one meal at a time.Join my free email community for more healing stories, research, and resources:https://TheRenegadeNutritionist.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.