Ask a Registered Dietitian: How Much Protein Do I Actually Need? Help!

Ask a Registered Dietitian: How Much Protein Do I Actually Need? Help!

One of the most frequent conversations I have with clients is about protein. In recent years a lot of folks got the memo that we need more of it. Now we're starting to see conflicting information in the mainstream media about how much protein we actually need leaving a lot of folks confused and frustrated. So I'm grateful that my colleague Tarah Valenti, RDN from Custom Fit, took some time to help us understand how much protein we need based on our unique situations versus blanket approaches we may hear about in the media and on social.

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JJ’s Pumpkin Spice Apple Protein Muffins

JJ’s Pumpkin Spice Apple Protein Muffins

I've been obsessed with my Blueberry Explosion Protein Muffins for years. I make them every Sunday and have two every day as a post workout treat. This week catastrophe happened. I ran out of blueberries and was too lazy to go to the store. But I did have apples so I figured, why not?! The result was a delicious reinvention of my favorite recipe. I call them JJ’s Basic B*tch Pumpkin Spice Apple Protein Muffins. Give them a shot and I hope you enjoy!

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