Ep 2: Big discoveries: the 'five appetites' & protein leverage

Professors David Raubenheimer and Steve Simpson from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre unveil groundbreaking insights into our appetites and nutrition. They discuss the ‘protein leverage hypothesis’ and its implications for human diets, revealing how protein needs shape our food choices. The duo also shares their research on the dietary habits of various animals, from spiders to primates, highlighting the complexities of nutrition and appetite regulation. They tackle the challenge of shifting long-standing scientific beliefs while shedding light on the link between diet and health.