Protein PANIC! How the Protein Craze Got Out of Control with Liam Layton
Protein PANIC! How the Protein Craze Got Out of Control with Liam Layton  
Podcast: Bite Back with Abbey Sharp
Published On: Tue Feb 03 2026
Description: Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Why Protein Matters: Evidence-Based Benefits for Satiety, Muscle, and Metabolism Are We Actually Protein Deficient? Protein Intake vs. Calorie Intake The Rise of Protein Everything: Why Food Companies Are Cashing In When Protein Crowds Out Fiber and Other Essential Nutrients The Protein Health Halo: Why “High Protein” Doesn’t Equal Healthy The Problem With “Healthifying” Junk Food Cravings Protein Snacks Under the Microscope: When the Calories Don’t Add Up Protein Products That Actually Make Sense (And When They Don’t) How to Get the Benefits of Protein Without Obsession or Restriction References: Leidy, Heather J et al. “The effects of consuming frequent, higher protein meals on appetite and satiety during weight loss in overweight/obese men.” Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) vol. 19,4 (2011): 818-24. doi:10.1038/oby.2010.203  Check in with today’s amazing guest: Liam Layton Tiktok: tiktok.com/@theplantslant Instagram: instagram.com/the_plant_slant Facebook: facebook.com/liam.fisherlayton Youtube: www.youtube.com/@theplantslant2431 Podcast: inmoderation.buzzsprout.com   Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •✨ Reach Your Weight & Health Goals — Without Dieting! Pre-order The Hunger Crushing Combo Method, Abbey’s revolutionary additive approach to eating well. Learn how to boost satiety, stabilize blood sugars, reduce disease risk, and improve your relationship with food — all while getting the best nutrient bang for your caloric buck. With 400+ research citations, cheat sheets, evidence-based actionable tips, meal plans, and adaptable recipes, The Hunger Crushing Combo Method is the only nutrition bible you’ll ever need.  👉 Pre-order today! 🛒 Where to Purchase: Amazon Barnes & Noble Amazon Kindle Apple Books Google Play Kobo Apple Books (Audiobook) Audible abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •✉️ Subscribe to My Newsletters: Abbey’s Kitchen Newsletter  📘 Check out my FREE E-Books: Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-Book Protein 101 E-Book 👋 Follow me! Instagram: @abbeyskitchen TikTok: @abbeyskitchen YouTube: @AbbeysKitchen Blog: abbeyskitchen.com Book: The Mindful Glow Cookbook  • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •  🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — and leave us a review! It really helps support the show ❤️ 💬 If you liked this podcast, please like, follow, and leave a review — and let me know who you’d love to hear about next! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐