The Optimal Protein Podcast
Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle, PSMF VS Low Calorie, Protein Quality, Seed Oils vs Butter & Recovery Science —Recap of Dr. Nick Barringer
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16 Jan 2026 · 37 min
Protein intakeMuscle growthNutrition basicsRecovery
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Skip to the start of the recap: 11:40 In today's solo recap, Vanessa unpacks the most important takeaways from her conversation with Dr. Nick Barringer—former U.S. Army officer, researcher, and Registered Dietitian—whose work with tactical athletes and elite military populations reveals what really happens to the body during fat loss, stress, and recovery. This episode explores why so many people lose muscle when dieting, how PSMF and ketosis fundamentally change the equation, and what most fat-