Optimal Protein Intake: 0.8g vs 1g Per Pound Explained
About this episode
Joanne Lee Cornish discusses the importance of higher protein intake and its benefits beyond muscle building.
How Much Protein Do You REALLY Need? (And Why I’m Not Changing My Mind) 💥 Episode Summary Everyone’s talking about protein again… and now the narrative is shifting. “Studies say you don’t need that much.”“0.7g per pound is enough.”“Stop overdoing protein.” Sounds convenient, doesn’t it? In this episode of Midlife Mayhem, I break down exactly why I’m not changing my stance—and why aiming for 1 gram of protein per pound of goal weight still stands strong. Because this isn’t just about muscle. Not even close. 🔬 What the Studies Actually Say (and what they DON’T) Yes — research shows that around 0.7–0.8g per pound can support muscle protein synthesis. But here’s the problem:👉 That’s only measuring one outcome — muscle building from training. And I don’t coach for just one outcome. 🧠 The 5 Real Reasons I Push Higher Protein 1️⃣ Muscle Protein Synthesis (obviously) You want results from your training — protein delivers that. But that’s just the baseline. 2️⃣ Protein Controls Your Calories (whether you realize it or not) If you only eat: 90g protein = 360 calories Where are the rest of your calories coming from? 👉 Carbs and fats. And that’s exactly where most people: Overeat Stall…
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