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View the Show Notes For This Episode\nGet Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman\nSign Up for Dr. Hyman\u2019s Weekly Longevity Journal\nGet Ad-free Episodes & Dr. Hyman+ Audio Exclusives\nProtein is a crucial nutrient that plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our overall health. Whether you\u2019re an athlete looking to build muscle, aiming for weight management, or simply interested in optimizing your nutrition, protein can benefit you in some pretty amazing ways.\nIn today\u2019s episode of my series I\u2019m calling Health Bites, I discuss all things protein\u2014its importance for your health and well-being, how to increase your protein intake, and even a delicious protein-rich smoothie recipe I use to start my day off right.\xa0\nThis episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and AG1.\nRight now, you can save 40% when you upgrade to Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to CozyEarth.com and use code DRHYMAN.\nGet your daily serving of vitamins, minerals, adaptogens, and more with AG1. Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hyman and get 10 FREE travel packs with your first order.\nIn this episode, I discuss:\n\nWhat is protein and why do we need it? (3:32)\n\nThe biggest risk factor for age-related decline (6:48)\n\nHow protein affects our appetite and metabolism (7:13)\n\nWhy the quality of your protein matters (11:28)\n\nGetting adequate protein as a vegan (14:18)\n\nHow much protein do you need and how to get more in your diet (15:42)\n\nMy chocolate raspberry smoothie bowl recipe (19:07)\n\n\nMentioned in this episode\nSeatopia.fish\nMe at 40 years old vs 60 years old\nConnect with Dr. Mark Hyman on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube\n \nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices