Ep. 38 | Protein Macronutrient: You Probably Aren’t Eating Enough

You eat chicken. You have eggs sometimes. Maybe a protein bar here and there.

And you think you're covered.

You're probably not. Most women — especially women over 40 — are significantly under-eating protein. And it's quietly affecting everything from your energy and your immune system to your weight and how full you feel after meals.

This episode gives you the foundation: what protein actually does, why it matters, and how to get more of it.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

  • Why protein is the building block of your body — every cell, tissue, and organ depends on it

  • How protein supports cellular functions, your immune system, and your body's ability to fight off illness and recover from stress

  • The role of protein in growth, repair, and energy production — and why this matters even more as you age

  • How protein supports nutrient transport and fluid balance — functions most women don't realize depend on adequate protein intake

  • Why protein-rich foods help you feel fuller for longer — reducing cravings, stabilizing blood sugar, and supporting weight management naturally

  • Why so many women aren't getting enough — and the simple habits that keep protein intake low without you realizing it

  • Easy, practical tips to increase your protein intake starting today — without meal prepping for hours or forcing down food you don't enjoy

Here's the simple truth: if you're not eating enough protein, everything else you're doing for your health is working harder than it needs to. Protein is the foundation. And for women over 40 — when muscle loss, metabolic changes, and hormonal shifts are all happening at once — it's not optional. It's essential.

This episode is for you if: You're a woman over 40 who knows protein is important but isn't sure if she's eating enough — or why it matters so much right now. This is your starting point.

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