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Ep 138: The Dangers of Low Protein for Longevity

Ep 138: The Dangers of Low Protein for Longevity

FromWits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss


Ep 138: The Dangers of Low Protein for Longevity

FromWits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss

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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
Jan 16, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Have you heard the claim that if you eat LESS protein, you’ll live longer?In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) debunks the low-protein myth hitting the circuit that says if you want to live longer, you need to eat a LOW PROTEIN diet. Even if it tacked on a couple of years, a low-protein diet would destroy your quality of life and your health span in those years you do have left, assuming it doesn't kill you first, and that's enough to call it dangerous. Today you will learn exactly what these arguments are, whether a low-protein diet has any merit whatsoever, and the optimal level and sources of protein if you want not just a longer lifespan but a longer healthspan.Today, you’ll learn all about:0:00 Intro2:09 Recent five-star review on the podcast4:17 Protein is essential for overall health6:20 Low protein arguments10:38 The benefits of high protein22:45 Broad and deep food matrix29:09 OutroEpisode Resources:Join the FREE insider’s list to get bonus content from guest interviews (the first will be Lauren Colenso-Semple on training with machines, dumbbells, and barbells)? Win a prize by taking our Listener Survey! ? Support the show? Apply for 1-on-1 coaching!?‍? Schedule a FREE results breakthrough call with Philip? Join our Facebook community for accountability, live training/Q&As, & free challenges✉️ Join the FREE email list with insider strategies, bonus content, and exclusive articles!? Try MacroFactor for free with code WITSANDWEIGHTS. The only food logging app that adjusts to your metabolism!? Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social and follow/tag @witsandweights? Love the podcast? Leave a 5-star review? Send a Q&A voicemail
Released:
Jan 16, 2024
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For skeptics of the fitness industry who want to live longer by getting stronger with strength training and sustainable nutrition. Certified Nutrition Coach Philip Pape uncovers science-backed strategies for movement, metabolism, muscle, and mindset. Find out why they call him the Physique Engineer! Get stronger, optimize your nutrition to build muscle and lose fat, upgrade your body composition, and achieve physical self-mastery through a healthy skepticism of exercise and nutrition science. Hit follow and let's dive into the world of evidence-based lifting and nutrition!