the power of protein

Protein is a HOT HOT HOT topic, and for good reason.

Almost every woman who comes to me in need of 1:1 support is simply not consuming enough. It’s something I find on many if not most of the HTMA’s that I run. Adding in ample protein can be a key way to start getting to the root-cause of your symptoms.

Do these symptoms sound familiar?

-brain fog

chronic exhaustion

-feelings of hanger

-hungry shortly after eating

-irritability

-sugar cravings

-low motivation

-dull/dry hair

-acne/other skin issues

-weight gain/inability to lose weight

-crepey skin

-puffy/water retention

-inflammation
 

These are a good sign from the body that you’re not nourishing your body enough with quality protein sources. 

Protein is a building block for hormones, and adequate protein intake can help regulate hormone levels, including insulin, cortisol, and estrogen. Protein is also is important for building and maintaining muscle mass, maintaining bone health, and helping us feel satiated.

As with everything, bio-individuality is key. The amount of protein needed is super dependent on YOU and your specific needs, but as a general rule of thumb, I recommend your ideal body weight in grams of protein daily. So for example, if you weigh 140 pounds, you would want to aim for 140g of protein. That being said, if you’re starting out with very little protein in your diet, you want to ensure that you increase gradually. I always recommend starting with about 100g per day for a few weeks, and slowly increasing.

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*Remember, protein is crucial, but so are other macro and micronutrients. Always ensure you’re combining healthy fats, complex carbs, + a variety of colorful fruits & veggies into your meals to create a well-rounded diet. 🥗🍓