In this episode, Kwadwo welcomes back Mikki, a former academic turned nutrition consultant, to the show. They discuss Mikki's journey into the world of nutrition, her transition from academia to consulting, and her unique approach to nutrition. Mikki shares her insights on the importance of protein, the role of vegetables, and the need for an appropriate carbohydrate load in a balanced diet.
Key Discussion Points:
Introduction: Kwadwo praises Mikki's interview style and expresses excitement for the conversation. Mikki acknowledges the importance of having interesting guests for a successful podcast.
Mikki's Background: Mikki shares her journey into the world of nutrition, starting from her teenage years when she was overweight and went on diets with her mother. This sparked her interest in nutrition and physical education. She was also a good runner and developed a love for running and eating well.
Transition from Academia to Consulting: Mikki explains her decision to leave academia and start her own business. She felt that while academia was a safe job, it didn't fully utilize her skills. She also found that research studies often didn't translate well into real life. As a practitioner, she felt she could use her research background to help people more effectively.
Nutrition Philosophy: Mikki shares her nutrition philosophy, which is protein-centric. She believes in the importance of protein for building the body, regulating blood sugar, and controlling food intake. She also advocates for an abundance of vegetables for those who can tolerate them. She emphasizes the importance of taste in food and enjoys modifying recipes to make them more macro-friendly. She also believes in an appropriate carbohydrate load, leaning towards a lower carb approach.
Target Audience: Mikki works primarily with women entering perimenopause, helping them adjust their diets to be higher in protein and lower in carbs.
Personal Fitness: Mikki maintains her own interest in health and wellness, enjoying running and strength training in the gym.
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