Understanding Protein: Evidence-Based Answers for Health's Hottest Trend with Dr. Michael Ormsbee, PhD (ep – 90)

Everyone's talking about protein. Not everyone's getting it right. So the question is: how much of the conversation is science, and how much of it is noise?



Dr. Michael Ormsbee, researcher, endurance athlete, and protein expert from Florida State University, is back with host Ginger Hultin to give protein the evidence-based conversation it deserves. In this episode, they cover how protein actually functions in the body and why hitting your daily protein target matters more than most people realize. Dr. Ormsbee shares what his decades of research reveal about how much protein you actually need, why the recommended daily amounts have recently been updated. They also tackle the plant vs. animal debate, food vs. supplements, and whether protein timing actually moves the needle.

So hit play; your answers are just one click away!

In this episode, we’ll cover: 

[00:00:04] Why protein is having such a big cultural moment

[00:03:50] How protein works in the body and its role in muscle, metabolism, and recovery

[00:07:35] Resistance training, protein, and preserving muscle during weight loss

[00:09:23] How much protein you actually need

[00:12:30] Plant-based vs. animal-based protein, and food vs. supplements

[00:18:34] Protein timing and how to think about tracking your intake

[00:21:32] Staying intentional about protein without becoming obsessive

[00:23:14] Prioritizing fitness and building sustainable habits

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Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. </