Importance of Protein for Your Metabolism

Eating a sufficient amount of protein is very important if your primary goal is weight loss or boosting your metabolism.

In this episode we talk about:

• The important functions of protein in your body
• Essential amino acids versus nonessential amino acids
• How many grams of protein you need per day for health
• The optimal amount of protein to eat for weight loss and a healthy metabolism
• Animal-based protein versus plant-based protein
• What to look for in a protein powder and when are protein powders useful