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Sometimes simple lunches are the best ones! Forever reminding myself that healthy meals don't have to be complicated!

I technically do teach here, there and everywhere, virtually & in-person…

Looking forward to trying this high protein pizza I found on-line!! Has anyone else tried a cottage cheese based pizza before?? 🍕

I’ve enjoyed the yoga challenge but found myself really enjoying lifting and moving heavy stones when I was helping a friend build a cat colony! The heavy lifting really energized me!

Waiting can be hard…it definitely challenges patience!!! I often thought of things that go away were teaching me to learn something…I never thought of it as teaching obedience.

Yes, thanks for all this information Heidi!

What’s one healthy thing you’re doing for yourself this month?

Thanks for these very useful and informative posts Heidi!! 🙏🙏

A Final Word on Protein Protein is a fundamental nutrient that supports your health in countless ways. By understanding how much you need, the best times to consume it, and how it functions, you can fuel your body effectively. Focus on hitting your daily target by incorporating diverse protein sources into your meals throughout the day. Whether you're an athlete, a busy professional, or simply looking to improve your overall health, making protein a priority is a powerful step in the right direction.

How Protein Works in Your Body Understanding how your body uses protein can help you appreciate its importance even more. The journey starts the moment you eat. Digestion and Absorption When you eat protein-rich foods, your digestive system gets to work. In your stomach, hydrochloric acid and enzymes begin to break down the complex protein molecules into smaller chains called polypeptides. These chains then travel to your small intestine, where other enzymes break them down further into individual amino acids. These amino acids are the true building blocks. Once they are small enough, they are absorbed through the wall of your small intestine and enter your bloodstream. Building and Repairing Tissues From the bloodstream, your body transports these amino acids wherever they are needed. They become the raw materials for creating new proteins to build and repair everything from muscle fibers and skin cells to hormones and antibodies. Your body maintains an "amino acid pool" in the blood and tissues, which it can draw from as needed. This is why a consistent supply of dietary protein is so important—it keeps the pool topped up and ready for action.