When it comes to supplements, there are so many out there. But how do you know what you need, and what the difference is between protein powder and say, a BCAA? And do we all need to be taking collagen? Plus there's a lot of buzz about creatine for women right now...is it merited? We're diving into all of this in more in the second installment of my protein for women series.

In this episode, I’m exploring….

⭐️ Recap of the essential aminos, and why we need them
⭐️ The difference between protein powder and free-form amino acid supplements
⭐️ How amino acids impact our cognitive function
⭐️ The benefits and differences of BCAA's and Essential Amino Acid formulas
⭐️ Some thoughts on why under-consuming protein is so common
⭐️ The pervasiveness of information that doesn't serve women
⭐️ The benefits of creatine for women and tips for using it
⭐️ How to get collagen in your diet, and when and why you might want to supplement
⭐️ Why supplements are "nice to have" but not "required" and who might benefit from them

Links featured in this episode:

• Protein for Women Part 1: Plus tips for using and choosing protein powders
• Rock and Restore essential amino acids formula by Betty Rocker
• Why I recommend creatine for active women (article)
• Smart scale for tracking body composition
• Creatine monohydrate supplement by Thorne
• Full Body Collagen by Betty Rocker
• Betty Rocker meal plans