Protein

Learn about the role of protein in supporting muscle health, healthy ageing and balanced nutrition, with practical advice for every lifestyle.

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Carbs, protein, fats: The new rules

Like all science, the study of nutrition is ever evolving. Senior nutritionist Rose...

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Eat less and feel full: How protein can help you

Could eating a little more protein banish your snack attacks and help your...

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Weight training: Do you need protein shakes and bars?

Protein shakes and protein bars are a common sight amongst body builders. But...

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High-protein diets

The recent fashion for high-protein diets has seen many people removing carbs from...

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Why do vegetarians need more protein?

Vegetarians have higher protein requirements because plant proteins are not as well digested...

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Athletes need more protein

Most Kiwis get enough protein in their diets, but how much more do...

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The whole(some) story: Get the nutrients you need every day

Calcium, iron, fibre, healthy fat – just how do we get it all...

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Protein for older adults

Do older adults have higher protein requirements than younger adults?There is still limited...

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Protein and pregnancy

Protein needs are higher during pregnancy and when breastfeeding. When do you need...

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Fact or fiction: Don’t eat protein and carbs together

Q We've heard that you shouldn't eat protein and carbs together and fruit...

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How much protein do we need?

In summary An 'average' person consuming 9,000kJ a day needs at least 81g...

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Protein supplements

Athletes often supplement their protein intake with protein shakes and bars. Are they...

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Protein: What is it exactly?

In summary Protein is made up of 20 amino acids, nine of which...

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Why you should eat eggs

There's a lot to be said in favour of including the humble egg...

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For better digestion, don’t combine protein and starch?

Senior nutritionist looks into the validity of the claim that combing starch and...
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