Optimal Protein Podcast with Vanessa Spina

Hi friends! This episode is featuring Dr. Eric Helms, protein expert and body builder. He is a prolific researcher and scientist, did his Masters thesis on the topic of optimizing protein intake during fat loss and is currently completing an updated meta analysis on this topic. We also discuss the best way to build muscle, what the science says on fasted vs fed workouts, and more! See full bio bel...

Hi friends! This episode is about a recap of Monday's episode with Dr. Luc van Loon, all of the TOP highlights and takeaways, as well as a personal update on my fat loss and more being back on high protein keto and intermittent fasting! Get 20% off the Tone LUX Crystal Red Light Therapy Face Mask with the code VANESSA BIOPTIMIZERS Black Friday Sale is ON NOW! Get 25% OFF AND a chance to win $100 i...

Hi friends! This episode is featuring Dr. Luc van Loon, one of the world's top protein scientists! Dr. Loon shares his research insights, what exactly muscle protein synthesis is, how to optimize fat loss, muscle growth, protein timing, intake and frequency, if these are different for women, and much more! See full bio below. Timeline: Get 10% off Mitopure, clinically proven to boost mitophagy.  G...

Hi friends! This episode is about HOW I Am Going Back on Keto: My EXACT Macros, Fasting, Exercise & More! Enter the GIVEAWAY HERE! Get 20% OFF Energybits Spirulina and Chlorella with the code KETOGIRL  Energybits.com Get 20% off the  Tone LUX Crystal Red Light Therapy Face Mask with the code VANESSA Everyone is loving Tone Protein! Scientifically formulated based on the science to support Muscle P...

Why do some athletes on high carb diets develop pre-diabetes? Is a high carb diet truly safe for all athletes? Hi friends! This episode is featuring Andrew Koutnik, PhD, a Research Scientist studying the influence of nutrition and metabolism on health, disease, and performance. We discuss his personal weight loss journey losing over 20% of his body weight and successfully maintaining it, as well a...

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Hi friends! This episode is all about the studies on the anti aging effects of spirulina and chlorella, as well as sharing a brand new ongoing clinical study testing the effects of the algae by Energybits on enhancing biological age va the mitochondria using mescreen. 2023 Study on Spirulina's anti aging effects Get 20% off Energybits with the code KETOGIRL HERE Get 20% off the Tone LUX Crystal Re...

Hi friends! This episode is about Exercise Snacks Scientist Dr. Jonathan Little! The Best Snacks, How They Work, Fed vs Fasted Workouts & More! Dr. Little is a researcher at UBC focusing on understanding how the metabolic disruptions that characterize type 2 diabetes affect cellular inflammation and explore how different exercise and nutritional strategies can be used to reduce inflammation and im...

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TONE COLLAGEN is NOW OUT! Check it out HERE & get 15% OFF for the LAUNCH with the code KG15!  Hi friends! This episode is about how to maximize the benefits of IF with low carb or keto, what the studies show on IF vs caloric restriction, high protein breakfasts, a new study on international consensus on fasting terminology, intermittent fasting vs caloric resistance & body composition featuring Dr...

TONE COLLAGEN is NOW OUT! Check it out HERE & get 15% OFF for the LAUNCH with the code KG15!  Hi friends! This episode is about a new study on Collagen supplementation for the joints, tendons and connective tissue! We also discuss the RCTs on collagen for beauty + skin health from the boosting collagen and reducing wrinkles in the face and cellulite, as well as strengthening hair and nails! We cov...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about the science of muscle building and resistance training with Dr. Samuel Buckner. Dr. Buckner is the director of the USF Muscle Lab, which focuses on skeletal muscle adaptation, and their current work places an emphasis on understanding the relationship between resistance training volume and skel...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is a Recap of the Top Takeaways from Dr. Stacy Sims on Huberman Lab podcast - Part 1 of 2! SO many important concepts for optimizing performance & training for active women. Sign up for the Exclusive Launch Discount of Tone Collagen Here ! Get 20% off the Tone LUX Crystal Red Light Therapy Face Mask wit...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about optimizing body composition, fat loss, protein intake and training with Holly Baxter , APD. Holly Baxter is an accredited practicing dietician (APD), competitive bodybuilder, fitness and nutrition educator, and coach. In this episode, Holly discusses her experience as an athlete and competitive...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about a recent 2023 study by Dr. Stacy Sims where she highlights 9 key concepts for active women when it comes to performance & fueling. See the full paper  Here ; See the meta analysis on dark chocolate Here Sign up for the Exclusive Launch Discount of Tone Collagen Here ! Get 20% off the Tone LUX C...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about optimizing body composition, fat loss, protein intake and training with Dr. Chad Kerksick, a colleague of Dr. Stacy Sims!  Timeline: Get 10% off Mitopure, clinically proven to boost mitophagy.  Go to timeline.com/vanessa . Get 20% OFF Energybits Spirulina and Chlorella with the code KETOGIRL  E...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about all of the top takeaways and highlights from Monday's EPIC interview with Dr. Stacy Sims! Sign up for the Exclusive Launch Discount of Tone Collagen Here ! Get 20% off the Tone LUX Crystal Red Light Therapy Face Mask with the code VANESSA Everyone is loving Tone Protein! Scientifically formulat...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about what women need to know about protein intake, fasting and intermittent fasting, fueling and more for optimizing performance & training! This MIGHT be my favorite episode of all time of the podcast… Dr. Stacy Sims is a forward-thinking international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about a new study on high carb vs low carb pre workout meals and a recap of Dr. Jorn Trommelen interview on Monday. See the study Here Timeline: Get 10% off Mitopure, clinically proven to boost mitophagy.  Go to timeline.com/vanessa . Sign up for the Exclusive Launch Discount of Tone Collagen Here !...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is about the groundbreaking new study on 100 g protein and 'no upper limit' on muscle protein synthesis with scientist Dr. Jorn Trommelen! Dr. Trommelen obtained his PhD in Muscle Metabolism at Maastricht University, at one of the leading laboratories in that field. He now works at Maastricht University...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices are NOW SHIPPING!!  Order HERE Hi friends! Today's episode is all about a new study on how many times to train to keep your muscle gains when travelling & recap from Monday's episode on metabolic health! Link to the Study Here   Get on the LIST for Tone Collagen HERE ! Shop the Tone LUX Red Light Therapy Collection HERE Everyone is loving Tone Protein-  Cl...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is Metabolic Health 101 with author and nutritional biochemistry expert Alex Leaf, M. S.: The Clearest Explanation of Insulin Resistance, Metabolic Dysfunction & How To Optimize Metabolism **TIMESTAMPS BELOW Timeline: Get 10% off Mitopure, clinically proven to boost mitophagy.  Go to timeline.com/vaness...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices are NOW SHIPPING!!  Order HERE Hi friends! Today's episode is all about a New Study on Fat Loss & The BEST Type of Resistance Training For It! Link to the Study Here   Get on the LIST for Tone Collagen HERE ! Shop the Tone LUX Red Light Therapy Collection HERE Everyone is loving Tone Protein-  Click Here to Check it out! - Follow @optimalproteinpodcast on...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices have launched!! Order HERE   Hi friends! This episode is featuring Dr. Leigh Breen,  a leading expert in the field of skeletal muscle physiology and metabolism. We discuss optimizing fat loss, muscle , metabolism, protein intake and more!  Timeline: Get 10% off Mitopure, clinically proven to boost mitophagy.  Go to timeline.com/vanessa . Sign up for the Ex...

The BRAND NEW 2nd Generation Tone Devices are NOW SHIPPING!!  Order HERE Hi friends! Today's episode is all about the 7 Day Carb Test for low carb high protein (or high protein keto) diets, per meal carb thresholds & an incredible study on post prandial glucose responses testing 40,000+ meals! Study in this episode HERE (Personalized Nutrition by Prediction of Glycemic Responses, Published in Cell...