Eating enough protein doesn’t always mean your body can use it. On the 'Live & Well' podcast, Courtney McHugh explains why ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with any advertisers on this site. New Dietary Guidelines are expected to be issued this year, and there may be major changes. For the first time, the ...

Contrary to past beliefs, older adults require more protein in their diet, not less. Increased protein intake helps combat age-related muscle loss, known as sarcopenia. The body is less efficient at ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. What does protein make you think of? Muscles? Bodybuilders? The food pyramid? We’d like to add another thing to your list: weight loss ...

Mounting evidence says proteins are not created equal, and dietary guidelines may need to be updated accordingly Protein is having a moment. Crucial to helping the body build muscle, bones, cartilage, ...

A social media post from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shows the revised food pyramid on January 7, 2026. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) A social media post from the ...

For decades, we’ve been told that losing weight is simple: eat less, move more, and the pounds will melt away. If that were true, wouldn’t it have worked by now? The truth is, it’s not just about how ...

Protein indirectly contributes to your daily energy levels. However, the body typically relies on carbohydrates as its primary energy source. Learn how protein helps with energy here.

The Trump administration is urging Americans to eat more protein, and corporate brands are on board. But how much is too much? No one agrees how much protein Americans should eat every day. The ...

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