
Vanessa Spina is a Sports Nutrition Specialist, Best Selling author, creator of the innovative TONE device, as well as a sought after international speaker. On the Optimal Protein podcast, Vanessa shares how to get effortlessly lean and improve metabolic health and fitness with an optimal protein intake! Featuring interviews with world renowned and leading edge protein scientists & experts, author... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 541 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NutritionHealth & FitnessFitness | |||

What do elite athletes do differently when it comes to fat loss?
In this episode, Vanessa breaks down the most surprising takeaways from her conversation with sports dietitian Emily Mitchell, who has worked with professional teams including UCLA At... more
What do elite athletes do differently when it comes to fat loss and body composition?
In this episode, Vanessa sits down with Emily Mitchell, RD, CSSD, CDCES — former Director of Sports Nutrition at UCLA Athletics, Sports Performance Dietitian for ... more
Is fasted cardio really better for fat loss?
Or could eating protein before your workout actually improve fat burning, muscle retention, and long-term metabolic health — especially for women?
In this deep-dive masterclass recap, Vanessa breaks do... more
Fasted training is one of the most persistent fat-loss myths—and in this episode, Dr. Katie Hirsch breaks down what actually matters for women: training quality, muscle preservation, and metabolic health.
We unpack why "burning more fat during a wo... more
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Vanessa is smart and well studied making her recommendations backed by science. I do wish she would provide links to the studies mentioned (e.g., Lucy Burns study) in her recent episode
Vanessa has the best guests and information available for anyone following a keto or lower carb diet. She has such a talent for explaining studies in layman’s terms. I never write reviews but listening to her podcast Thai morning (PSMF) I just got so much out of it.
Thanks, Vanessa 🙏🏻😎
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I love the wealth of knowledge Vanessa brings us through this podcast! Love geeking out on protein, fasting and body comp!
I’ve listened to you for years now. I appreciate all the amazing info you provide and the guests you have on. Keep up the great work!
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This podcast focuses on optimizing health and fitness through adequate protein intake, emphasizing the connection between nutrition, exercise, and metabolic health. With a blend of expert interviews and practical insights, the host explores various elements such as protein metabolism, fat loss, and lifestyle strategies for maintaining a healthy body composition. Unique in its depth of research and varied topics, it serves as a resource for listeners seeking to enhance their overall well-being while tackling common misconceptions around dieting and exercise.
Listeners can expect episodes covering cutting-edge scientific studies, personal success stories along with actionable tips and recommendations on how to implement healthy dietary chang... more
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2. Dr. Katie Hirsch
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