Debunking the Protein Propaganda: How Much is Too Much?

Nowadays you can find protein added to almost anything - pancakes, popcorn, crackers, pasta, granola, and so much more. Many people, from bodybuilders to surgery patients, are intereted in designing their diets around getting "enough" protein. But is there a chance everyone is overdoing it?On this episode of On Nutrition, we talk with registered dietitian nutritionist Dr. Su-Nui Escobar about the best natural sources of protein, the formula to calculate how much protein our bodies actually need, and her favorite recipes for getting enough.Find us online at Mayo Clinic Press for more health and wellness articles, podcasts and books.Do you have feedback, questions or topic suggestions? Email us at mcppodcasts@mayo.edu.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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"Mayo Clinic on Nutrition" digs into the latest nutrition trends and research to help you understand what’s health, and what’s hype. Together with Mayo Clinic dietitian Tara Schmidt, we’ll unravel the complexities of modern diets, offer evidence-based nutritional advice, and debunk common myths about the things we eat. Whether you want to understand a dietary concern, manage your weight, or simply eat better, we’ll learn how to make nutrition choices to not just eat well, but be well.