I recently did a radio interview on protein, and it got me thinking—protein really is the darling of the nutrition world. It’s the one macronutrient that rarely gets dragged through the mud. Fat and carbs? They’ve had their public trials (and convictions). But protein? Somehow, it always walks in wearing a halo.
This short video…
captures the sentiment I’ve been sitting with: protein is everywhere right now. In every conversation. In every product. And it’s often talked about with this intense reverence. Don’t get me wrong—I like protein. It’s important. But sometimes I think we forget that no nutrient should be demonized…or idolized.
So today, I want to walk through four common protein misconceptions I hear often—some of which even made their way into my recent DEXA scan appointment.
Misconception #1: You need 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight.
