The PILLAR Performance Podcast

Unlocking the Power of Protein - Dr Eric Helms x Dr Dan Plews

June 17, 2025·1h 17m
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this episode of the PILLAR Performance Podcast, Dan Plews welcomes back Dr Eric Helms to discuss the critical role of protein in nutrition for athletes. Topics covered:The Importance of Protein in MealsUnderstanding Protein's Role in the BodyComplete vs. Incomplete ProteinsProtein Sources and Dietary ConsiderationsProtein Supplementation: Whey vs. IsolateThe Anabolic Window and Protein TimingBalancing Protein Intake Across MealsUnderstanding Protein Quality and SupplementationEthical Considerations in Protein SourcingNavigating Protein Intake for AthletesProtein Requirements for Different Athletic GoalsThe Role of Protein in Weight ManagementOn the PILLAR Podcast we sit down with leaders in their field of research and high performance as well as the founders and builders of the companies that exist within the high performance sporting ecosystem. At PILLAR we are on a mission to get athletes to their start line in the best condition. Enable that by developing clinical micronutrition and performance health supplements across sleep, recovery, inflammation, energy and immunity. Dr Eric Helms: https://www.instagram.com/helms3dmj/Dr Dan Plews: https://www.instagram.com/theplews/Shop online:⁠ ⁠https://pillarperformance.shop/⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pillarperformance_/ Tiktok:⁠ ⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@pillarperformance STRAVA:⁠ ⁠ https://www.strava.com/clubs/1108245

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