EPISODE · Aug 7, 2026 · 17 MIN
Are you getting enough protein?
from Healthy Looks Great on You · host Dr. Vickie
Are You Still Trying to Get Enough Protein? Protein-max. Protein bars. Protein on your bag of chips. If you've felt pressure to chase bigger protein numbers, this episode is for you. A new review published in Cell Press Blue made headlines on Good Morning America, ABC News, Fox, and USA Today. It's challenging everything the high-protein trend has been telling you. In this episode, we walk through: What dieticians, the USDA, CrossFit/keto circles, and Blue Zones researcher Dan Buettner each recommend The real story behind Dr. Atkins and the diet that started the low-carb protein craze What the actual research says about high-protein diets, heart disease, and longevity 95% of American women already get enough protein, but 95% are deficient in fiber Simple, practical swaps to build fiber-rich meals without a spreadsheet This isn't an anti-protein episode, but it's a call for balance, backed by evidence instead of marketing. Grab your free pantry guide: 10 pantry staples + 10 freezer staples (with recipes!) to make fiber-rich meals easy: https://healthylooksgreatonyou.com/pantryguide/ Read the article that made headlines here. Other references are in the citations in the paper. For educational purposes only and not considered medical advice.
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Everyone’s talking about protein — but are you actually deficient, or just marketed to? A major new review challenges the high-protein craze, and we break down what the research from dieticians, the USDA, and Blue Zones expert Dan Buettner actually says (hint: it’s not what the headlines claim). We dig into why 95% of American women already get enough protein, why 95% are fiber deficient, and what that gap means for your gut, metabolism, and long-term health. Plus: a free pantry guide to help you build fiber-rich meals without overthinking it.
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