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Episode 2: Men’s Health with Registered Dietitian, Adam Ross

In this episode, Coach Adam Ross shares his insights on nutrition for men’s health. He emphasizes the importance of protein in the diet, discusses the concept of mindful eating, and highlights the benefits of tracking nutrition using apps like Cronometer. He also talks about the crucial role of micronutrients like magnesium in the body. In the episode we cover:

  • The importance of protein in the diet
  • The concept of “minding your P’s and Q’s” – Protein, Plants, Quantity, and Quality 
  • The benefits of tracking nutrition using apps like Cronometer
  • The crucial role of micronutrients like magnesium

 

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Key Points

Protein Intake: Adam Ross emphasizes the importance of protein in the diet. He explains that protein is essential for muscle repair and growth, and it also helps with satiety and has a high thermic effect, meaning it burns more calories during digestion compared to carbs and fats.

Mindful Eating: Adam discusses the concept of “minding your P’s and Q’s” – Protein, Plants, Quantity, and Quality. He suggests focusing on lean proteins and plant-based foods for quality nutrition, and being mindful of the quantity to maintain a balanced diet.

Tracking Nutrition: Both Adam and the host discuss the benefits of tracking nutrition using apps like Cronometer. They highlight how it can help identify gaps in the diet, understand portion sizes, and learn about the nutritional content of different foods.

Importance of Micronutrients: Adam mentions magnesium as a crucial micronutrient, especially for men, as it’s involved in numerous enzymatic processes in the body. He also mentions the role of magnesium in the absorption of vitamin D.

Long-term Commitment: Adam stresses that improving nutrition and health is a long-term commitment and not a quick fix. He encourages people to learn about their bodies and adjust their diets accordingly.

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