Dr. Federica Amati, ZOE's Head Nutritionist and lecturer at Imperial College London, challenges popular beliefs about protein supplements. She discusses the often-misunderstood role of protein in diets, highlighting that most people likely consume enough through regular foods. Amati also critiques the ultra-processed nature of many protein bars and shakes, emphasizing the importance of whole food sources. She addresses common myths around protein needs post-workout and advocates for more balanced nutrition over marketing hype.
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Protein's Popularity and Difficulty of Intake
Protein-rich diets are popular, and influencers rave about their benefits.
Many find it hard to reach protein targets with food alone, turning to supplements.
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Protein Structure and Essential Amino Acids
Proteins are complex 3D structures made of amino acid chains.
Nine essential amino acids must come from food, the rest are made in the liver.
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Protein Consumption and Sources
Consume protein to maintain muscle, strengthen bones, and boost immunity.
We absorb protein well, finding it in plant and animal foods like eggs, nuts, and seafood.
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In 'Food for Life', Tim Spector draws on over a decade of cutting-edge scientific research and his own personal insights to deliver a new approach to nutrition. The book empowers readers to make informed food choices, highlighting the importance of food for health, mental well-being, immunity, and the environment. Spector challenges conventional diet myths and provides practical, science-based advice on how to eat well in the age of ultra-processed foods.
Protein-rich diets have been popular for some time. Everything from chocolate bars to ice cream promises to be ‘high protein’. Influencers and media outlets seem to rave about the weight loss and muscle building potential of eating a lot of protein.
But when it’s added as an extra ingredient - sometimes with emulsifiers and sugar - is it really helping our muscles grow?
Today, ZOE's Head Nutritionist Dr. Federica Amati reveals the truth about protein bars and shakes, cutting through the marketing noise to find out how useful these products really are.
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