Ep. 172 - Confused About Protein? Clearing Up Protein Optimization with Angelo Keely

Dr. Fiona Lovely is a longevity, health and wellness expert with specialties in menopause medicine, functional neurology, and functional medicine. She is speaking to the topics of women's health around perimenopause and menopause. In this week's episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely sits down with Angelo Keely, nutrition and protein optimization enthusiast. Together, they dive into the powerful, science-backed role of protein and amino acids in supporting women's health—especially in midlife and beyond. Angelo unpacks why protein needs actually increase with age, particularly for women going through menopause. From fighting muscle loss (sarcopenia) to supporting bone health, metabolism, and mood, getting enough high-quality protein is essential—but often overlooked. You'll learn smart strategies to meet your protein goals without overeating, the key differences between protein powders and essential amino acids (EAAs), and how targeted supplements like creatine and EAAs can dramatically boost muscle and cognitive health—even without intense workouts. They also address the risks of rapid weight loss with GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic or Zepbound), and how pairing these with resistance training and amino acid support can help preserve lean mass and vitality. Topics We Cover in This Episode: Why women over 40 need more protein, not less How sarcopenia sneaks in—and how to stop it High-protein food tips: egg whites, Greek yogurt, lean meats & more EAAs vs. protein powder: what your body really absorbs NASA studies, amino acids & maintaining muscle without exercise Creatine for women: not just for gym bros GLP-1s & supporting strong muscles when taking it Simple, sustainable tips for strong, energized aging You can find more about Angelo and KION and about the Aminos product we speak about in this epsiode by visiting getkion.com/lovely (and there is a 20% off code - LOVELY) "Breathe. Be patient. Trust the process." – Angelo Keely 🎧Tune in for this empowering conversation and discover how to fuel your body for strength, longevity, and vitality—no matter your age. 🎙️💪 Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: 🩵 Protein struggles? Same, friend. But I found a game-changer—KION Aminos! This tasty, mix-in-your-water powder is packed with the essential aminos your body and brain need to feel amazing. Since adding it to my daily routine, I've got more energy, laser focus, and just feel way more like myself. 😍⚡️ Wanna feel the magic too? Snag 20% off your order at getkion.com/lovely —you're gonna love it! 💃✨ Ways to work with Dr. Lovely: We get many requests for this info, so here it is! Thank you for listening to the podcast. ❤️ Follow Dr. Lovely on IG and TikTok : @drfionalovely Follow the podcast on Facebook: www.facebook.com/@notyourmothersmenopausepodcast There are resources available on our website: www.drlovely.com Please sign up for our newsletter - Fiona's Friday Favourites! This is where we make the first announcements, share course offerings or group coaching, drop new episodes, etc. drlovely.com Finally, a humble request: If you love the podcast, please leave us a review! It helps more people find useful info for a challenging time: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/not-your-mothers-menopause-with-dr-fiona-lovely/id1097326296 Please scroll to the bottom of the page to leave a review. Thank you! 💕🤗