In today’s episode, we chat about some of the most common misconceptions floating around the health and fitness world.

Does muscle really weigh more than fat? Is eating fruit just the same as eating plain sugar or highly processed food? Should everyone be taking creatine? How important is protein beyond muscle building? Can you really only digest 35 grams of protein at a time? Should you rely on collagen supplements for better hair, skin, and nails, or is a varied diet a more effective solution?

We address all of these, and more, in this episode, which is a must-listen for anyone looking to soften the overwhelming amount of noise in the health, fitness, and fat loss space.

“The human body is resilient and amazing. And if we treat it well, it will treat us well..”

- Iris Deadlifts

“You do not have to buy something extra to add to your diet. Just start with your food.”

- Meri

“With supplements, you have really no idea what you are ingesting.”

- Amy Rudolph

This week on Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck:

• Does muscle really weigh more than fat?
• Is eating fruit just the same as eating plain sugar or highly processed food?
• Is the fear of fruit because of its sugar content justified, or are you missing out on its vital nutrients?
• Who should or should not be taking creatine?
• Can the body only handle 35 grams of protein at a time?
• How important is protein beyond muscle building?
• Should you rely on collagen supplements for better hair, skin, and nails, or is a varied diet a more effective solution?

Resources Mentioned:

• Iris Deadlifts on Instagram
• Meri on Instagram
• Amy Rudolph on Instagram
• Episode: Organic Food Myths, How to Like Veggies, & Big Picture Dieting with EC Synkowski
• Episode: Advocating for Yourself in Midlife with Barbie Boules, The Cognition Dietitian
• Episode: Sugar Addiction, Getting Bulky, & Genetics
• Episode: Flexible Dieting and Debunking Oatmeal Myths with Alan Aragon

Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck, where we challenge the common understanding of what it means and what it takes to be fit and healthy! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

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