There is a lot of confusion about how much protein we need and where we should get it from. Protein is an essential nutrient that our bodies need for many important functions, including building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, neurotransmitters, and molecules of the immune system.

In this podcast, Dr. Burford-Mason discusses the great protein debate. She talks about the different types of protein, the amount of protein we need each day, and the best sources of protein.

Aileen also debunks some common myths about protein, such as the idea that a higher intake of protein might damage your bones or kidneys. She also discusses the benefits of a high-protein diet for weight loss, muscle growth, and overall health.

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

1. Eat Well Age Better (2014) Dundurn Press

   
   



2. The Healthy Brain (2017) HarperCollins Canada

   
   



3. The War Against Viruses (2021) HarperCollins Canada

   
   

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/