Dr. Majd reviews why we need protein, how much we need, the types of protein shake sources, and their proposed risks. Stay tuned until the end where she provides her personal take on it as a physician.
Other sources for protein:
- Milk
- Greek Yogurt
- Cottage Cheese
- Eggs
- Peas
- Tofu
- Nuts/Seeds
- Fish
- Poultry
- Beans
- Lentils
Resources:
- Consumer report from 2010: https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2… Consumer Affairs: https://www.consumeraffairs.com/healt…
- Protein — which is best?: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti…
- Whey protein supplementation enhances whole body protein metabolism and performance recovery after resistance exercise: a double-blind cross over study: https://tinyurl.com/yy7p8tdz
- Protein Supplements pros and cons: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2…
- The Clean Label Project study: https://tinyurl.com/ybx4f47a
- John Hopkins chart of protein content of common foods: https://tinyurl.com/y5zwmqty
Book recommendations:
- The Obesity Code book, by Dr. Jason Fung: https://amzn.to/31Uz7RV
- The Diabetes Code, by Dr. Jason Fung: https://amzn.to/2NmId4X
- Intermittent Fasting, by Dr. Jason Fung: https://amzn.to/2MYz9nI
DISCLAIMER: All content presented is for informational purposes only. It is not specific medical advice. Please always seek a licensed physician in your area for all health related concerns.
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