Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Dr. Mike Show with I’m joined by my co-host Chris Dominello for a Key Topic/QnA episode. The key topic we discuss is the Hierarchy of Carbohydrates. I then answer reader questions about breakfast, protein powder for kids, and using protein powders to build more muscle.
Protein
4 Quick High Protein Breakfasts
Eating a high protein breakfast is the simplest way that you can set the stage for metabolic success during the day. Unfortunately, many people need convenience and feel handicapped by traditional breakfast choices that are carbohydrate-dominate, like cereals and breakfast bars. Don’t succumb to this metabolic mediocrity. I have put together four simple protein-packed breakfasts […]
6 Muscle-Building Snacks You Can Make with Protein Powder
Ignite muscle growth all day and stay lean with these flavorful, protein-packed snacks. Protein is superfuel for your body. It repairs your muscle fibers after a lifting session, providing the raw material that helps them grow bigger when you’re trying to gain size. But besides building muscle, protein helps keep you lean because it’s satiating—so […]
Quick and Delicious Breakfast: Kale and Egg Flatbread
Looking for a quick, easy, delicious protein-filled breakfast that you can grab and go? Try my go-to Kale and Egg Flatbread: Ingredients 2 eggs 1 slice cheddar cheese 2 cups baby kale 1 tsp olive oil 1 slice Applegate Farms turkey bacon 1/2 P28 flatbread Servings: 1 Instructions: Cook eggs over easy and place on flatbread. Wilt […]
4 Little Known Benefits of Protein
Sure, everyone knows that protein will help you build more muscle. And it’s becoming common practice to replace some of the carbohydrates in your diet with protein to enhance weight loss. But this potent building block has much more to offer. It turns out protein can almost single-handedly help you feel and look like the […]
“How much protein is too much?”
Ever wondered how much protein you need to maximize your muscle-building goals, or when you should eat it? The Macro Manger lays down the law. Q. How much protein is too much? Is there such a thing, and can it hinder my muscle-building goals? Great question! This one’s sure to rattle some cages and ruffle […]