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two middle aged women arm wrestling, as a conceptual representation of strength and resilience, pointing to the role of protein during menopause

Protein for Menopause: The Radical New Science ...

Janelle Babka

Menopause changes a lot: the way your body holds onto weight, the way your muscles respond to exercise, even how your hair and skin look in the mirror. The nutrient...

Protein for Menopause: The Radical New Science ...

Janelle Babka

Menopause changes a lot: the way your body holds onto weight, the way your muscles respond to exercise, even how your hair and skin look in the mirror. The nutrient...

5 Best Protein Powders for PCOS: What Actually Helps (+3 That Make It Worse)

5 Best Protein Powders for PCOS: What Actually ...

Janelle Babka

Most protein powders ignore the reality of PCOS. They're either packed with ingredients that mess with your already-disrupted hormones, loaded with sweeteners that wreck your gut, or taste so awful...

5 Best Protein Powders for PCOS: What Actually ...

Janelle Babka

Most protein powders ignore the reality of PCOS. They're either packed with ingredients that mess with your already-disrupted hormones, loaded with sweeteners that wreck your gut, or taste so awful...

Top 5 Protein Powders for Gestational Diabetes (Safe for All Diabetics)

Top 5 Protein Powders for Gestational Diabetes ...

Janelle Babka

Most "sugar-free" protein powders still pack several grams of carbs that spike blood sugar. Here's what actually works when you need supplementation but can't afford glucose surprises. Quick Comparison Product...

Top 5 Protein Powders for Gestational Diabetes ...

Janelle Babka

Most "sugar-free" protein powders still pack several grams of carbs that spike blood sugar. Here's what actually works when you need supplementation but can't afford glucose surprises. Quick Comparison Product...

5 Best Lactose-Free Protein Powders for Moms Who Want Clean Ingredients

5 Best Lactose-Free Protein Powders for Moms Wh...

Janelle Babka

Most women are able to digest lactose relatively better during pregnancy. However, hormonal shifts often leave many more sensitive to dairy -- even if they weren’t lactose intolerant before. Add...

5 Best Lactose-Free Protein Powders for Moms Wh...

Janelle Babka

Most women are able to digest lactose relatively better during pregnancy. However, hormonal shifts often leave many more sensitive to dairy -- even if they weren’t lactose intolerant before. Add...

Top 6 Clean Protein Powders for Postpartum & Breastfeeding Moms in 2025

Top 6 Clean Protein Powders for Postpartum & Br...

Janelle Babka

Breastfeeding moms need more protein than usual -- about 0.5 g per pound of body weight. But digestibility, vitamin overlap, and even your baby’s reaction are all real concerns. I’ve rounded...

Top 6 Clean Protein Powders for Postpartum & Br...

Janelle Babka

Breastfeeding moms need more protein than usual -- about 0.5 g per pound of body weight. But digestibility, vitamin overlap, and even your baby’s reaction are all real concerns. I’ve rounded...

green peas in a strainer amidst a splash of water, representing how pea protein stacks up against whey protein

Pea Protein vs Whey: Which Is Better for Your B...

Janelle Babka

What the latest science says on whey versus pea protein's effects on digestion, skin, and energy -- and how to make the right choice.

Pea Protein vs Whey: Which Is Better for Your B...

Janelle Babka

What the latest science says on whey versus pea protein's effects on digestion, skin, and energy -- and how to make the right choice.

representation of natural plant protein versus animal protein sources for the concept of how they affect body weight

Plant-Based Protein Powder for Weight Loss: Wha...

Janelle Babka

Plant-based protein powder can effectively support weight loss. Research confirms it works through three key mechanisms: increasing fullness hormones that reduce appetite, burning 20-30% more calories during digestion than carbs...

Plant-Based Protein Powder for Weight Loss: Wha...

Janelle Babka

Plant-based protein powder can effectively support weight loss. Research confirms it works through three key mechanisms: increasing fullness hormones that reduce appetite, burning 20-30% more calories during digestion than carbs...