08/11/2024
Little bit of a rushed segment this morning on Channel 7 Sunrise ☀️ this morning. My last talking point / overall thoughts on protein supplements is this: Protein powders can serve a purpose to fill a gap in your day if you are super-busy etc, however, just be mindful that so many of the health claims hyping protein powders and supplements as being “backed by science” etc still come from either short-term studies (at best) and still very unlikely to be exactly the format of the product you’re purchasing or using. Focusing on supplements also overlooks and distracts from the other naturally-occurring nutrients in whole food proteins such as eggs (vitamins A, D, E, K, and choline), red meat (iron, zinc, and vitamin B12), dairy (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium), legumes (fibre, b vitamins and resistant startch), nuts and seeds (healthy fats, vitamin E, folate, calcium and fibre). New (2024) research reviewing the importance of nutrition during menopause and perimenopause suggests protein intake of around 1-1.5 grams protein per kilogram of body weight per day is optimal and, more importantly, that protein should ideally be coming from a 50:50 ratio of animal and plant-based sources. Overall, food-based dietary quality is always the most important goal. Don’t get too distracted focusing on supplements. P.s. I do not get paid or have any commercial interests with organisations to promote any particular food or product.
