Today we’re joined by Alan Aragon, a nutrition researcher and educator with over 30 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry’s movement toward evidence-based information. His notable clients include Stone Cold Steve Austin, Derek Fisher, and Pete Sampras. In this episode, we talk about the various approaches to dieting and Alan’s recommendation which he calls “Flexible Dieting”. We also dive deep into protein (consumption, timing, and types) as well as other aspects of the complex world of nutrition. Get your pen and paper ready because this one’s a doozy…in the best way possible!Links for this episode:Alan's AARR Research ReviewAlan’s Book “Flexible Dieting”Study: How much protein in a single meal can be used for muscle buildingStudy: Animal vs Plant ProteinQuorn ProteinStudy: SWAP MEAT Episode Overview:0:00:00 - Intro0:02:36 - Interview begins0:03:32 - The importance of flexible dieting0:06:16 - Flexible dieting explained0:10:02 - A word from our sponsors0:15:41 - Nutrition isn’t black and white0:19:09 - Total daily protein intake0:24:50 - Protein for longevity as you age0:35:30 - Aging isn’t linear, it’s exponential0:37:25 - Ideal protein intake for sedentary individuals0:39:39 - Ideal protein intake for athletic individuals0:41:35 - Grams of protein per meal0:46:01 - Eat protein earlier in the day0:49:36 - Pre-bed protein to increase muscle mass0:53:46 - Intermittent fasting challenges1:05:45 - Osteoporosis in women1:06:30 - Acute anabolic timing window1:22:04 - When to have protein for an early morning workout1:26:01 - When to supplement with creatine1:28:01 - The best types of protein (animal vs plant)1:43:47 - Nutrient deficiencies in vegetarians & vegans1:50:34 - The controversial topic of transgendered sports1:52:07 - OutroWe’d like to thank our sponsors:Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer hereFourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% offOrion Red Light Therapy - Use the code STEPHANIE10 for 10% offSchinouusa - Use code DR.ESTIMA10 for 10% offBIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA"The DNA  Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout.HVMN Ketones - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE”ILIA BeautyLiving Libations - Use code BETTER for 15% offLMNT Electrolytes - A FREE 7-flavor sample pack!PRIMEADINE - get 10% Off your Order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE10”Follow Me On InstagramWatch Better! on YouTubeGet yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty BodyJoin the Hello Betty Community hereSign up for my FREE MASTERCLASS: HEALTHY OFFERS - for health practitioners looking for strategies to earn more moneyAre you A Healthcare Practitioner? Join The Estima Certification Program Here