Updated Nov 02, 2017
Most of us associate protein with building muscle, but this nutrient has many other health benefits. Discover why protein is so important, and how to know if you’re getting enough.
Protein has crucial roles throughout your body: it’s a necessary component of enzymes, it’s key for nutrient transport, and it’s vital for your immune system. But how much protein do you really need, and which type—animal or plant based—is best?
Lisa Petty, PhD, is a health advocate, writer, and educator who aspires to be the healthiest possible version of her human self.
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