Why I don't believe FIBER is the new PROTEIN — erinlamb

Protein is needed for more than just building muscle and having a hot bod in a swimsuit – just like you learned above. You need it for the structure, function and regulation of every tissue in your body, your organs and muscles. You need muscle to increase your longevity, support your body composition, blood sugar regulation, for strength to prevent injuries and so much more.

We all know to eat more fruits and veggies, but eating more protein is not talked about enough! I always recommend prioritizing animal-based proteins as they are superior to plant-based proteins in terms of their availability of nutrients. Not to mention, plant proteins like beans and rice are much higher in calories for the SAME amount of protein as beef – without the nutrient density and much more difficult to digest.

For example, a 4 oz steak has 300 calories and 28 grams of protein. The same amount of chickpeas has 413 calories and 21 grams of protein (along with that you would need to eat rice to make it a complete protein which would add about over 100 extra calories.)

Women who don’t eat animal protein often see with metabolism and detoxification which can result in acne, hair loss, inability to lose weight, irritability, blood sugar issues, gut issues, bad PMS and brain fog.

Eating more veggies is a good start for improving gut health, but prioritizing protein intake is equally important. Protein is essential for various bodily functions and can help alleviate common gut issues. Adequate animal-based protein intake can improve overall health and prevent various health problems associated with inadequate protein consumption.

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