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Podcast: Stories Worth Sharing with Ray Binkowski
Episode: Decoding the New Food Pyramid: What Science Actually Says About Protein, Fat & Carbs
Description: For decades, we were told to eat low fat, base our diet on carbohydrates, and be cautious with protein.And yet… fat loss got harder, muscle was harder to maintain, and diets stopped working — especially for women over 35.Now the food pyramid has changed.But most nutrition advice hasn’t.In this episode, we break down:Why the original food pyramid emphasized carbohydratesWhat “essential nutrients” actually means (and why it matters)Why there are 9 essential amino acids, 3 essential fatty acids, and ZERO essential carbohydratesWhy protein now sits at the top of modern...