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#6 | Fish, Feathers & Fillet: What are proteins and why are they important?

Welcome on Day 6 of your journey to FIRE Diabetes in 40 Days. Today we look at another few F-words that is necessary to FIRE diabetes: Fish, Feathers & Fillet: What are proteins and why are they important?

Protein is essential for all life on earth. In fact, the name “protein” comes from the Greek word proteos, meaning “primary” or “first place”. 

In the video and handout, we discuss:

  1. 9 Important functions of protein in your body
  2. What role can proteins play in reversing obesity and diabetes?
  3. If starvation causes protein to be burned for energy, why does the FIRE Diet recommend fasting?
  4. Sources of protein
  5. Note to vegetarians and vegans

Should you be interested, we also provide you with two additional scientific articles.

Watch the video:

Listen to podcast:

Two optional scientific articles on the role of protein in managing diabetes and weight loss:

1-6 – Article – High protein diet in regulating

1-6 – Role of protein in weight loss and maintenance

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