How much protein do I need and how should it be distributed throughout the day? What are signs of protein deficiency to be aware of? How does muscle mass impact metabolic health and insulin resistance? Tune in to hear us answer all of these questions and more about the importance of protein!    In this episode, we cover the many roles of protein in the body, from muscle synthesis to structural integrity to immune function and so much more. We discuss a higher protein goal for women, aiming for 1 gram per pound of body weight. Learn how muscle mass is a metabolic “organ”, best choices for supporting muscle synthesis, and our favorite ways to meet protein needs.    Also in this episode: The Role of Protein in the Body Protein and Body Composition Symptoms if Protein DeficiencyGrassfed Whey  Bone Broth Popsicles Why Higher Protein on KetoArchive Keto Program Body Composition ScansInBody Nearest Testing Location Map How Muscle Mass is a Metabolic “Organ”The role of skeletal muscle insulin resistance in the pathogenesis of the metabolic syndrome Skeletal Muscle Regulates Metabolism via Interorgan Crosstalk: Roles in Health and Disease Leucine & Muscle SynthesisNaturally Nourished Episode 288 Whey Protein Protein Distribution & TimingProtein pulse feeding improves protein retention in elderly women Easy Quick Grab Protein OptionsGood Culture Cottage Cheese Grassfed Whey FOND Bone Broth use code ALIMILELRRD Carnivore Snax use code ALIMILLERRD   Sponsors for this episode:  This episode is sponsored by Air Doctor.  The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. Indoor air pollutants can cause respiratory symptoms like sneezing, congestion, scratchy throat, and even more serious health problems like lung and heart disease. Introducing AirDoctor, the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to. This includes allergens, pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold spores and even bacteria and viruses.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping!Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code ALIMILLERRD and you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value!