Ranking Protein in Order of Quality & Nutritional Density
Boosting protein intake is currently trending, with both old and new research emphasizing the importance of amino acids for cellular, systemic, and overall bodily health. While I advocate for tailoring protein intake to match a person’s lean body mass, it's generally healthier to exceed rather than fall short of the recommended daily amount.
With this thought came a question from my online community about how I would rank types of protein from most to least nutritious. Without consulting the direct literature, here is how I personally navigate protein sources based off various considerations and personal understanding of nutritional densities.
2 Tips for Filtering Information, Input, and Advice
2 of the best pieces of advice I have for filtering information, input, and advice.
Dana’s Coffee habits
My coffee journey has been an evolution of acquired taste over time. In my 20s, when I used to work at a popular coffee purveyor, I rarely consumed any coffee, always giving away my free perks to friends and family. It wasn’t until I started travel nursing that I began drinking coffee regularly. I guess the timing of the new adventure away from home was right for really needing a “hug in a mug.” I have also come to love the “off label” benefits of the nutrients beyond the caffeine that perks us up!
Protein Powders
What’s the deal with protein powders? Are they helpful or harmful? Which ones should you choose and why?!
4 Mistakes I see People Make When trying to Balance their Blood Sugar
4 Mistakes I see People Make When trying to Balance their Blood Sugar and Increase Insulin Sensitivity
Electrical beings
I am not saying blood sugar balancing is the only way to reduce inflammation, but what I am proposing is that blood sugar balancing to achieve insulin (one of our master signalers) sensitivity and improved internal electrical conduction is one of the most affordable, efficient, and accessible physical steps to fast tracking your way back into whole health and internal connection.