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What Are the Best Clean, Lean Protein Options? with JJ Virgin

Published: Feb. 14, 2020, noon

In today\u2019s podcast episode JJ answers 2 questions from the community about protein! Listen to find out why your body needs protein and how much protein you need to thrive. JJ also shares the best sources of clean, lean protein for vegans and vegetarians, as well as the top protein options for non-vegetarians. Plus, if you\u2019re under stress or over age 35, find out the supplement you may need to add to your routine to ensure you\u2019re reaping all the rewards of the protein you\u2019re eating!

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Main Points From Today\u2019s Episode

  1. Protein is key for strong muscles and bones, as well as great hair, skin, and nails. The amino acids that make up protein are also essential for helping escort toxins from your body.
  2. The amount of protein that you need will vary, and if you\u2019re under chronic stress or healing from an injury, you will need more. JJ\u2019s basic rule of thumb is to get .75 grams to 1 gram of protein per pound of lean body mass.
  3. JJ shares the best sources of clean, lean protein for vegans, vegetarians, and non-vegetarians. It\u2019s also crucial to make sure that you\u2019re digesting your protein well.

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Episode Play-By-Play

[0:38] Listener question number one: What are some good vegetarian high-protein options?

[0:42] Another listener\u2019s question: What are the top protein sources?

[0:52] Why do you need protein?

[1:30] How much protein do you need?

[2:40] The best vegetarian and vegan protein options

[4:20] What are the best non-vegetarian protein sources?

[5:15] It\u2019s crucial to make sure that you\u2019re digesting your protein well.

[5:30] If you\u2019re under stress or over the age of 35, adding in a high-quality digestive enzyme can be a big help.

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Mentioned in this episode:

JJ Virgin Protein Shakes

JJ Virgin Bars

Reignite Wellness Safety Net Plus by JJ Virgin

How to Create Healthy Vegan & Vegetarian Meals Every Time (contains the top vegan and vegetarian protein options)

A Dozen Great Foods for Clean, Lean Protein (contains both vegetarian and non-vegetarian protein options)

Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin

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