How Much Protein Do Women in Midlife Really Need? / Ep 133

Protein is having a moment—but how much do you actually need? In this episode, we’re digging into the hype, the research, and the real-life application of protein intake for women in all stages of life, including perimenopause and menopause. With so much noise around macros and protein powders, it can be hard to know what’s real and what’s just diet culture in disguise. Elizabeth breaks down the science (with receipts), Tara shares what’s trending in the fitness world, and Maria asks all the questions we know you’re wondering too.   In this episode:   Why nutrition is more nuanced than social media makes it seem How much protein you might need—and what the research actually says What you need to know about the RDA Red flags when you’re eating too much protein Easy sources of protein beyond chicken and fish When and why to use protein powder or bars Why your overall eating pattern matters more than a single meal   Relax and Renew: An Hour of Progressive Relaxation with Tara: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/FAFGA8EEASMD9/checkout/OQPHVJYKUKEMAJPRBFIJ2QDX Jennifer Osterhouse Design https://jenniferosterhouse.com/ Learn more about Leading Lady Coaching here: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/   Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!   The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e   Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet   Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness   Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/