Nutrition Bites
59 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsA no-nonsense series where you get the truth about food so you can eat what you want, and be healthy. Hosted by nutritional scientist Maggie, each episode dissects a contentious health topic with humour, relatability, and straight up facts.
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Hot Topic: Are Spicy Foods Healthy?
December 08, 2022 07:00 - 14 minutes - 9.97 MBOther than a sense of adventure and entertainment, one key reason why people eat spicy food is the common belief that it’s good for you! Folklore has it that eating spicy food can cure colds, boost your metabolism and even induce birth when a woman is past her due date. And while some of these are simply urban legends, the health allure around spice is not entirely false. Which brings us to today’s question: can spicy food improve our health? Let’s dig in. Want to recommend an episode topic...
Navigating Nutrition On A Budget
November 16, 2022 07:00 - 14 minutes - 9.98 MBOver the past year many people have felt the weight of their food bill. With an inflation and recession double whammy, food prices have increased at astronomical rates. From produce to cooking oil to bread and meat nearly every category of food has been affected by inflation. So it's no surprise that many people are trying to save on food. But considering how closely tied diet is to our health, it’s super important we don’t compromise nutritional quality during times of financial constraint....
Snacking And Its Bad Reputation
November 03, 2022 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBWhether it’s on-the-go, during a work break, or late at night to accompany a TV show, snacking is a shared human experience. But in the past few decades snacking has transformed into something we do wherever and whenever. And with our lives becoming increasingly time-constrained, grabbing a quick bite in between meals seems like a necessity. But this habit is starting to affect our health - causing unintended weight gain and contributing to the rise of chronic diseases. So is snacking inhere...
Vegetarian vs. Plant-based: Which Is Healthier?
October 21, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBEating plant-based is no longer a trend, it’s an established lifestyle. This vegetarian diet for non-committal folks is centred around plants with the occasional inclusion of meat. But there are no hard and fast rules. And by and large, it's a pretty healthy way of eating. After all, many experts and organizations advise us to consume less meat. But how much healthier is strict adherence to a vegetarian diet compared to just eating less meat overall? Tune in to find out. Want to recommend ...
Is Organic Food Healthier For Us?
October 06, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MBEveryone’s motivations for buying organic differs, but one of the most commonly listed reasons is that it is healthier for you. Now organic farming was first and foremost developed to protect the environment, but could these old-school agricultural ways also benefit our health? Tune in to Nutrition Bites to find out! Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram or TikTok @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
Can Hair Supplements Cure Balding?
September 15, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBHaving a full head of hair is a societal expectation - at least that’s what the media tells us. Apart from George Costanze in Seinfeld, you don’t see many balding characters, actors, or singers. But hair loss and thinning are clinical conditions that affect all genders, and over half of the global population will experience this. Supplements on the market today promise to target the root causes of hair thinning and promote faster-growing, thicker, fuller and stronger hair. But are these p...
Artificial Sweeteners & Sugar Substitutes: Sweet or Scary?
September 01, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBSugar substitutes, which include artificial sweeteners, are substances that provide a sweet taste while contributing few or no calories. They are primarily used as an additive in packaged foods and beverages, like Diet Coke or sugar-free gum. The main benefit of sugar substitutes is that they provide an option for people to consume sweet foods and drinks, while helping to reduce their overall added sugar and caloric intake. In theory, this can provide assistance with weight management and b...
Coffee & Tea: Healthy or Harmful?
August 18, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBDo you start every morning with a mug of coffee or tea? If so, welcome to the billion-member morning brew club! Drinking coffee and/or tea has been a standard ritual for thousands of years, but for such a popular, and historic drink, not many people understand the health implications. Are these caffeinated beverages benefitting our health? Harming it? Both? Neither? Tune in to find out. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram or TikTok @nutritionbitespodcast Cred...
DNA-based Diets: Are We There Yet?
July 28, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBIf you’ve ever been frustrated at the mismatch between the way you eat, and how you look on the outside, or feel on the inside, you’ve likely blamed the scapegoat of human variability - genetics. While you can adapt your lifestyle and modify your environment to live healthier, you can’t change your DNA. And the genetic diversity between people means there is no “one-size fits all” approach to nutrition. An eating pattern that works for your friend may be terrible for you. So the idea of ana...
The Clean Eating Cult
July 14, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBOur modern way of eating certainly necessitates criticism. But the once harmless suggestion of "eating clean" has now been tarnished thanks to a takeover by food-shaming influencers. In the clean eating world the rules of what’s good and bad aren’t well defined, and can even change depending on who’s giving the instructions. So it’s about time we untangle this powerfully branded dietary approach, and determine how holy clean eating really is. Tune in to find out more! Want to recommend an e...
The Great Nutrition Debate: Ultra-processed Foods
June 30, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIndustrial processing has long helped to improve the shelf-life and stability of food, allowing it to be consumed out of season, and stored without a refrigerator. It's also been used to enhance taste and texture and create magical sensory experiences like with Cool Ranch Doritos. Without knowing it, many of your weekly items are likely highly or ultra processed, that is, manufactured with additives and little whole foods. But because processing can alter the nutritional properties of food,...
How To Beat Bloat
June 02, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBEvery summer the search term “bloat” peaks on Google - with good reason. The hot weather uniform of a little less clothing and a little more skin often invokes a sense of self-consciousness about our stomachs. While the infamous food baby is a natural, albeit, annoying result from our stomach expanding after a meal, bloat is a whole other ball game. Bloating is the feeling of tightness, pressure or fullness in your belly and is caused by excessive gas in our digestive tract. Not only can i...
Is Vitamin D The Miracle Micronutrient?
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBVitamin D is one of those odd nutrients in the sense that we don't really consume it via food. Instead, we make it on our own from exposure to UV rays. This so-called sunshine vitamin is vital to build and maintain strong bones, but over the past decade it’s also been given a reputation for being a panacea of sorts, able to prevent cancer, fight depression and boot our immune system. But is this cure-all hype actually deserved? And if so, what does that mean for those of us who are cooped...
Is Vitamin D The Miracle Micronutrient?
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBVitamin D is one of those odd nutrients in the sense that we don't really consume it via food. Instead, we make it on our own from exposure to UV rays. This so-called sunshine vitamin is vital to build and maintain strong bones, but over the past decade it’s also been given a reputation for being a panacea of sorts, able to prevent cancer, fight depression and boot our immune system. But is this cure-all hype actually deserved? And if so, what does that mean for those of us who are cooped...
Investigating ProLon: The Fasting Diet That Promotes Healthier Aging
May 05, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBBranded as the “fasting plan that lets you eat”, ProLon is a 5-day subscription dietary program that is designed to support healthy aging. Compared to more traditional fasting regimes where one goes many hours without food, ProLon allows you to consume a small amount of calories every day. It's based off a concept called The Fasting Mimicking Diet which tricks your body into thinking it's fasting when in reality you are eating. The benefit? A younger you (on the inside). But if this sounds t...
Should You Take Part In The The Collagen Craze?
April 14, 2022 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBSupplement trends are a dime a dozen these days, and the latest powder to make a name for itself promises youthful skin, injury recovery, and better bones. Collagen is a special protein, in fact, it is the most abundant protein in our body. With key functionality in so many of our organs and tissues, one would think that adding a little boost of collagen into our diet would make us healthier. But the science seems skeptical at best - especially when it comes in the form of trendy bone broth....
Should You Take Part In The Collagen Craze?
April 14, 2022 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBSupplement trends are a dime a dozen these days, and the latest powder to make a name for itself promises youthful skin, injury recovery, and better bones. Collagen is a special protein, in fact, it is the most abundant protein in our body. With key functionality in so many of our organs and tissues, one would think that adding a little boost of collagen into our diet would make us healthier. But the science seems skeptical at best - especially when it comes in the form of trendy bone broth....
All You Need To Know About Prebiotics & Probiotics
March 31, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBDespite its reputation as a goopy and gross place, our gut hosts an incredibly complex world of microorganisms. With such a big influence on how we feel, trying to create a healthy digestive tract is a goal for many. Two ways to encourage a merry microbiome are by taking prebiotics and probiotics. But these terms often elicit a lot of confusion - not just about their difference but what they even do. Tune in to find out more. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagr...
Why We Need To Eat More Bugs
March 17, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBInsects are a great source of sustainable protein that have the potential to feed the world en masse, at a cheap price, and with a small environmental footprint. While two billion people regularly consume insects today, many people in Western countries are still uncomfortable with the idea of beetle burritos or cricket curries. But considering the health and wellbeing of our planet relies on us to change how we eat, we may have to start bugging out soon. Tune in to find out more about insect...
Are Athletic Greens Too Good To Be True?
March 03, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBAthletic Greens is an incredibly popular supplement backed by celebrities and investment bankers. This green-coloured powder, which is added to water for a morning beverage, is packed with 75 different vitamins, minerals, powdered fruits and veggies, probiotics, prebiotics, and plenty of other "natural” ingredients. With a potion-like consistency and plenty of promises of better health, it’s easy to see why people are keen to try this daily powder out. But is this another too good to be true...
What's The Deal With Noom?
February 17, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBAccording to their LinkedIn, Noom is the world’s leading behaviour change company, disrupting the weight loss and healthcare industries by combining artificial intelligence, mobile tech, and psychology to help people adopt long-term habits. It’s the latest it girl weight loss program and their advertisements can be found plastered across your digital universe. But what’s really the deal with this company that promises it will be “the last weight loss program you’ll ever need”? And is it an...
How Did The Pandemic Change The Way We Eat?
February 10, 2022 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.25 MBThe early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were marked by a lot of memorable moments, including many that had to do with food. From bare grocery store shelves to shuttered restaurants to the sourdough craze, our relationship with eating drastically shifted. Researchers around the world sent thousands of surveys to try and quantify just how the pandemic was changing the way we eat. What did they find out? Tune in to hear! Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutri...
Can You Boost Your Mood With Food?
February 03, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBOne in four North Americans will suffer from a diagnosed mental disorder in their lifetime, and with temporary conditions like seasonal affective disorder rearing its head these days, it's no wonder people are in search of a mood boost. Knock knock. Who's there? Why the health and wellness industry of course! Ready to offer up some quick and easy “au natural” happiness remedies. But if the answer to depression was to simply eat more oysters I feel like we would have known that by now. Now,...
Gluten Free Grains: Your Questions Answered
January 21, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBIf you search the term “gluten-free” on Google you'll get results like “is gluten-free still trending?”, “why is everything gluten-free now?” and “are gluten-free products bad for you?" It’s been over a decade since gluten became a hot health topic and yet people are still confused. And while the hype for the average person to go gluten-free has died down, gluten-free foods and flours are still popular, and still maintain an aura of health. But, is it deserved? Tune in to find out. Want to...
Nutrition and COVID-19 - Can We Boost Our Immunity?
January 13, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIn the early days of the pandemic sales of dietary supplements skyrocketed - in part driven by a perception that these pills and capsules could protect us due to their “immune-boosting” properties. But when it comes to preventing, or managing, a viral infection (including COVID-19) can nutrition and supplements help us out? Tune in to find out. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
Nutrition and COVID-19 - Can We Boost Our Immunity?
January 13, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIn the early days of the pandemic sales of dietary supplements skyrocketed - in part driven by a perception that these pills and capsules could protect us due to their “immune-boosting” properties. But when it comes to preventing, or managing, a viral infection (including COVID-19) can nutrition and supplements help us out? Tune in to find out. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
How To Kick Off A Nutritious New Year
January 05, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBA new year is upon us and whether you intend to make a resolution or not, it’s likely that at some point throughout 022 you’re going to have a moment where you want to change your eating habits. The problem is, often when we set an intention to “eat better” or “healthier” we don’t do it in the right way. Tune in to discover how to set up your nutrition goals for success, AND be inspired to change your eating habits for the better. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on I...
Q&A: Fresh vs Frozen, Mercury Poison & Oil To Be Chosen
December 16, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBIn the second Q&A episode of Nutrition Bites I am tackling three commonly asked questions: 1) Is fresh fruit better than frozen? 2) Should you be worried about mercury poisoning from fish? 3) Which cooking oil is the healthiest? Tune in to hear the answers and learn how to eat what you want AND be healthy. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
Can You Make The Holidays Healthier With "Natural" Sugars?
December 09, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB'Tis the season of treats: chocolate is practically inescapable, home bakers are whipping out cookies and babkas to no end, and cafés are slinging gallons of holiday-inspired sweetened drinks. At the centre of all these delicious goodies is sugar. Now sugar in and of itself is not bad for you, but excess sugar added to things during cooking or manufacturing, is not the best for us. Lucky for us, self-proclaimed health gurus have allegedly found a workaround! By substituting white table suga...
Can The Elimination Diet Stop Your Digestive Distress?
November 25, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBOur diets are complex puzzles. We eat and drink so many different types of things and a lot of the time we have no clue exactly what we’re ingesting. Most people can tolerate a wide variety of foods, but some bodies are a little extra rebellious - causing bloating, cramping and constipation on a regular basis. Due to our diverse diets it can be hard to pinpoint the exact cause of our digestive woes, but that's where the elimination diet comes in. Listen now for more details! Want to recom...
Why You Should Kick Keto To The Curb
November 18, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThe keto diet is the #1 most searched diet on Google, but also, one of the worst ranked diets by health professionals. Over the past few years, plenty of people have been sold on this carb-phobic, fat-loving way of eating because of the quick weight loss it’s well known for, but health advocates are getting concerned. Tune in to find out why. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
Can You Really Change Your Metabolism?
November 11, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBTerms like “fast” and “slow” metabolism are carelessly thrown around in weight loss and fitness communities. You can categorize yourself as someone who is either able to eat a an excessive amount of food without gaining weight, or easily pack on a pound by consuming just one extra french fry. This terminology can become a cruel way to compare bodies and shame eating habits, and even at an age well past our adolescent anxieties, people still find blame, or pride, in whatever speed they determ...
The Scoop on Salt: The Silent Killer
November 04, 2021 06:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThanks to it's undeniable status as a superstar ingredient salt is found everywhere in our diet. It acts as a preserver, adds texture, strengthens foods structures, and of course, contributes massive flavour. But too much salt is a bad thing, a really bad thing, and with the amount of salt currently hidden our diet, it's contributing to some pretty large scale diseases. In fact, some scientists have even deemed the silent killer. Tune in to learn why. Want to recommend an episode topic? Sen...
The Scoop on Salt: The Silent Killer
November 04, 2021 06:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThanks to it's undeniable status as a superstar ingredient salt is found everywhere in our diet. It acts as a preserver, adds texture, strengthens foods structures, and of course, contributes massive flavour. But too much salt is a bad thing, a really bad thing, and with the amount of salt currently hidden our diet, it's contributing to some pretty large scale diseases. In fact, some scientists have even deemed the silent killer. Tune in to learn why. Want to recommend an episode topic? Sen...
The Great GMO Debate
October 21, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBGMOs have been circulating in our food supply for decades, but the debate around their safety and acceptance is still red hot. Are they a solution to help feed the growing global population? Or are they a hazard to our health and environment? Tune in to find out. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
Should You Buy Into The Adaptogen Obsession?
October 14, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBAdaptogens are the latest craze taking over the nutrition world. This apparent cure-all for stress, poor immunity, sexual dysfunction and general malaise is "all natural" and perfect for those on an anti-pharma mandate. But the proof that adaptogens work is...nonexistant. So should you buy into the obsession? Tune in to find out. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
"Grass-fed" Beef And Milk - Does It Make A Difference?
October 07, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBPeople are becoming more and more interested in where their food comes from, and the idyllic image of a spotted cow chomping on grass in a lush meadow really hits a foodie’s soft spot. The assumption of better animal welfare is just one of the reasons why many are opting for “grass-fed” meat and milk. Another belief is that this label equals a purchase that is better for the environment and our health. But here’s the catch - these are all assumptions based on our own interpretations of the ...
How Stress Wrecks Our Body And Eating Habits
September 23, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBStress is a biological reaction to a physical or psychological threat - think Moose attack or surprise presentation at work. Our nervous system and hormones work together to morph our body into its superhero form, ready for fight or flight. But what happens when we are stressed out for weeks, months or years on end? Not only is our health impacted, but our eating habits get way out of line. It becomes so much harder to choose healthy foods, and suddenly we're gaining weight. What's going on ...
The Science Behind Hangovers - Can We Do Anything About Them?
September 16, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MBIf you've ever experienced a hangover you're sure to have asked yourself the following question "Dear God, how can I make this stop?" A hangover is your body's way of not-so-politely telling you that you've been poisoned. Despite your liver working overtime to try and clear out all the toxins from your previous night of drinking, sometimes it's just not enough. So is there anything you can do to try to prevent a hangover, or ease the pain the next day? Tune into Episode 16 to find out. Wan...
Caffeine Craze - How Much Is Too Much?
September 09, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBCaffeine is the world’s most popular drug - the majority of the global population consumes it every day! As a stimulant to the nervous system it can have some pretty astonishing effects on our body like increased alertness and energy. Now, thanks to the skyrocketing popularity of added sources of caffeine, such as energy drinks and pre-workout supplements, consuming high amounts of caffeine is easier than ever. But those high doses can come with some pretty terrible effects, like seizures...
Sustainable Diets: Eating For The Planet
August 26, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBOne of the biggest drivers of climate change is our food system - over 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from agriculture alone! It's clear that what we choose to eat has a HUGE impact on the environment. But what do we need to change in order to stay healthy, eat delicious food, and prevent the planet from warming even further. Tune in to find out more on sustainable, planetary diets. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Cr...
Meal Timing - Does It Really Matter When We Eat?
August 19, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBQuotes like "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" and "don't eat past 8 p.m." are popular pieces of nutrition advice - but how true are they? In our busy and fast paced lives we often skip meals or eat at odd hours of the day, and that may, or may not, have an impact on our health. Add to the mix our genetics dictating whether we are an "early bird" or a "night owl" and you have a recipe for confusion. Tune in to find out the truth behind when you actually need to be eating your ...
Meal Timing - Does It Really Matter When We Eat
August 19, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBQuotes like "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" and "don't eat past 8 p.m." are popular pieces of nutrition advice - but how true are they? In our busy and fast paced lives we often skip meals or eat at odd hours of the day, and that may, or may not, have an impact on our health. Add to the mix our genetics dictating whether we are an "early bird" or a "night owl" and you have a recipe for confusion. Tune in to find out the truth behind when you actually need to be eating your ...
Q&A: "Bad" Fruit, Bean Chips & Butter
August 11, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn the first Q&A episode of Nutrition Bites I am tackling three commonly asked questions. 1) Is fruit from sugar really bad for you? 2) Which chip option is the healthiest? 3) Butter vs. margarine - which one should I choose? Tune in to hear the answers and learn how to eat what you want AND be healthy. Want to recommend an episode topic or ask a question? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music.
Why "Superfoods" Aren't So Heroic
July 29, 2021 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.93 MB"Superfood" is a term that get's thrown around a lot, especially by wellness-focused food brands. But the actual definition of a superfood doesn't exist. It's a marketing term that applies to specific foods thought to boost our health - but how truthful is that? And why do some healthy foods miss out on their turn in the spotlight? Tune in to find out the fact, fiction, and history of superfoods. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram @nutritionbitespodcast Cre...
Are You Elite Enough For Sports Drinks?
July 22, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.6 MBSports drinks are beverages that are specifically geared towards athletes and people engaging in physical activity. Packed with added sugar and electrolytes they are designed to rehydrate lost fluids and replenish nutrients used during exercise. But with the a bottle of Gatorade packing the same amount of added sugar as a can of Coke, does your "regular Joe" really benefit from these drinks? Well it all depends on how much you sweat...and that...is complicated. Tune in to learn more! Want...
Nutrient Claims - Are They Really "A Good Source Of" Information?
July 15, 2021 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.9 MBNutrient claims are phrases like "good source of fibre" or "low in calories" found on a wide variety of food packages. They are bite-sized pieces of information about a specific nutrient in one serving of food . These claims are highly regulated and fairly simple to understand but they don't tell the whole truth about a product. Just because a food is "low in sugar" doesn't necessarily mean it's better for you. So how much should you pay attention to these claims? Tune in to find out. Want...
Funky Fresh Fermented Foods
July 08, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBFermented foods have been around for thousands of years, and while these tangy, funky drinks and foods have been a staple of so many cuisines they’ve only recently gained traction in the Western market. That’s because some items, like kombucha and kimchi, have been associated with health claims like boosting immunity and improving digestion. So should these preserved products be hailed as health heroes or is it just another flash-in-the-pan wellness hoax? Let's find out. Want to recomme...
The Controversy and Cowspiracy Behind Dairy and Our Health
June 24, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBDairy is part of the global food culture, but there’s been a growing rumbling that this food group is on the outs. The popularity of plant-based milk is skyrocketing and new diets are popping up that exclude dairy entirely, claiming that it's bad for our health. But when we’ve been raised to think that we need to consume dairy it’s hard to know what’s true. Let's take a peak into history, biology, and nutrition to find out the answer. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message o...
Protein 101: What Is It All About?
June 17, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBProtein is arguably the hottest macronutrient around. With diets like paleo dominating the health scene, and high-protein snacks and drinks available at every gas station, coffee shop, and local gym, it's safe to say that many people are thinking about this nutrient. But there’s a lot of misinformation and questions surrounding protein - some that even scientists still disagree about. How much do we need? What are the best sources? How important is it really? All the answers and more, in t...