Always a good listen on protein consumption and fat loss. This podcast is always my go to for information with my keto protein based diet Loved the session with Alex

Vanessa is such a pleasure to listen to. I first learned about the Optimal Protein Podcast when Vanessa was a guest on JJ Virgin’s show. She is so cheerful and energetic as she talks about scientific research studies, many of which I have skimmed myself, but when Vanessa talks about their findings, you can’t help but get excited right along with her! Her enthusiasm is so uplifting, and even if I hear supporting information on other podcasts, I tend to remember everything more when Vanessa says it. I especially love her solo episodes. I learn something new every time I listen.

I love Vanessa’s show., every episode! Continual development in research, her real life applications is so inspiring and informative. I love the protein and muscle focus of Optimal Protein. Side note, not that it affects the content - but the audio is always clear, easy to hear, no background noise makes it pleasant to listen to.

Thank you Vanessa for bringing and sharing great information on mitochondrial autophagy with Dr.Singh, there is so much value in understanding the fundamental process of longevity in our bodies… and that starts with our understanding our mitochondria in our cells. The connection between our diet and ATP production is a topic that has been generally discussed but more or less brushed aside. This podcast had me thinking about how supplements like creatine possess similar benefits and properties in our muscle and in our brain. I’ll be looking for more research on Urilithin A and its latest benefits. Great podcast!

I’ve been listening for about a year now and really appreciate all the content. I love the focus on scientific studies and Vanessa does a fantastic job explaining recent studies and breaking it all down. It’s super cool that she brings on study authors and has great discussions!

I have enjoyed every podcast so far and love the science behind each podcast. Definitely recommend following this podcast and staying connected!

I think this was one of your best podcasts. It was very informative and educational. I try to watch all your podcasts now. Thank you

I have been listening to Vanessa Spina for a year now and have learned so much. So many great research articles. Vanessa shares the science behind the lifestyle. I recommend everyone give it a listen.

The Optimal Protein Podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in optimizing their diet, fitness, and overall health. Each episode offers in-depth discussions and expert interviews focusing on the role of protein in muscle building, recovery, and general well-being. The podcast excels in breaking down complex nutritional science into practical, actionable advice. With a variety of topics and guest speakers from various fields, it keeps the content fresh and engaging. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just looking to improve your nutrition, this podcast provides valuable insights and tips to help you achieve your health goals!

I found you about 2 years ago and look forward to each new episode. Vanessa not only dives into protein, keto, insulin, and fasting but so many more topics. The most recent episode has me intrigued to try a small pre workout meal inclusive of Tone Protein. I have been using it in my Okios 25 gram yogurt with a little bit of cinnamon after workout but going to try switching it up based on your recent results. I would love to have more energy/strength. I love that you are genuinely passionate about your research and topics to bring better clarity on so many things. I love hearing about the boys and how they are growing and developing. I look forward to trying the tone collagen. Thank you for being you! ❤️

I have been listening Optimal Protein Podcast for a long time, back when it was under the name of Ketogenic Girl and let me tell you all, I’m hooked forever. I really appreciate the education that Vanessa went through because it brought another level to the podcast, her understanding of research papers and “translate” it to the listener in practical approaches makes me listen to every word she says, even to the ads! I feel as she’s talking to me about the importance of protein, exercise and fasting applied to improve my life! Thanks Vanessa

I’ve been listening since episode 1 & have loved the evolution. Vanessa has stepped out of the echo chamber of the health space and is always providing cutting edge research & conversations with super knowledgeable scientists and doctors. Thank you Vanessa!

I love Vanessa’s podcast. Lots of great guests and great knowledge. Keep up the good work!

I love listening to Vanessa’s podcast. It always helps me stay on track and motivates me with evidence based strategies

I’d love to love this podcast, but the constant sales make me feel dirty.

Vanessa seems like a very well spoken and researched woman. But I can no longer take her seriously because of the work she produces with her co host of the intermittent fasting podcast. Her co host is mentally ill and has a severe eating disorder. She is anorexic and orthorexic. She eats only meat and cucumbers and she boasts about all of her disordered eating behaivors. It’s basically her teaching an audience on how to be a high functioning anorexic. She is obsessed with fat loss and remaining as underweight as possible. She is spreading Ed behaviors and she’s normalizing a serious illness as anorexia. She talks about how little her diet consists of and she markets it as Health. The fact that Vanessa continues to support her co host even within the realms of a serious eating disorder is very very concerning and off putting. Her co host continues to talk about weight loss, fat loss, restricting her diet, fasting, etc. the message they are putting out is extremely toxic, how can vanessa continue to do such a harmful podcast?? Her co host is SICK. And they should both take responsibility and be honest and truthful. Living in rabbit starvation is not normal, and watching cake food porn videos while eating fruit is textbook anorexic behavior. Wake up. Stop supporting such horrible messaging. Normalizing anorexia and orthorexia and pretending it’s not restriction is so toxic and it’s harming thousands of people.

Vanessa has one of the only podcasts that I have listened to that is genuinely and purely knowledge and scientifically based in the field of nutrition. Her knowledge of the subject is clear and listening to her guests and her unbiased opinions is something I look forward to weekly. I learn so much from the topics covered. It’s like she has a sixth sense on what I need to hear. I discovered her while trying to figure out the best nutritional needs for my metabolism back when Keto became mainstream in 2015. Her ketogenic diet programs are incredible and I am so thankful that she backs what she gives to the keto community with this wonderful optimal protein podcast . Thank you Vanessa.

Vanessa Spirina it's one of the most honest, sincere podcast host I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. Her podcast is a podcast you can trust. Her content is both science based experience-based . Further, she's not afraid to go further in depth. Her analysis of both the science in real life expertise leaves me feeling empowered and knowledgeable. As a Biohackers, personal trainer and former biotech executive, I make sure to listen to her podcast each and every week. If you love her podcast, leave a review as I know, we all need the support of the people that trust us and respect us, don't take it for granted reviews very important for people and her ability to communicate information to you all depends on your continued support. Thank you, Vanessa for educating me on so many subjects from Redlight therapy and the optimal protein intake among many other things, it is greatly appreciated. Best Regards, Christopher

One of my favorite podcasters I love my Tone device snd can not wait for the Tone protein. Means so much buying supplements from someone I trust 100% it’s so hard weeding through everything on line. Wishing you the best Vanessa ! Forgot to add Vanessa is one of the BEST interviewers ever

I’ve listened to a few episodes now and she has had on some great guests, but it’s unbelievable how often she chuckles and laughs after every comment - comments that are not meant to be funny. I was just listening to the podcast with Dr Lyon. Majority of the conversation was on serious/important topics and the host kept laughing after everything that was being mentioned (?) It was tough getting through the episode, and the unwarranted laughter was very distracting. Dr. Lyon was very poised and very passionate on the subjects, but the host kept laughing after each comment for no reason at all.

Vanessa is informative and relatable!! When I struggle with Keto listening to her motivates me to continue going. This is a lifestyle change!!!

Love this podcast for the wealth of science based and tested Information. Always staying on top of new data and providing unbiased reviews.

I started following Vanessa after I met her on the Intermittent Fasting podcast. I am in my car a lot driving, and I don’t even mine the drive any more because I am excited to listen to the Optimal Protein Podcast twice a week! I always learn something new, and I love the deep dives into all the science, especially the biochemistry! I am a science teacher and I can even use some of the info in my own classroom. ☺️ I have completely changed my diet now to be protein focused, and it is life-changing! Thank you, Vanessa, for all you do! Your passion is contagious and it is so obvious you love what you do! 🥰

I love this podcast - Vanessa and her guests have fun conversations that are informative and give practical advice that can be done by us common folk. Sometimes I’ll read the podcast title and think “that doesn’t apply to me” but I listen anyways and always walk away learning something new! I love her views on health and fitness.

I recently became a Type 1 diabetic at 43 years old and I love all of the great health information you provide on this show. I love that you focus on women, women over 40, how blood glucose is effected, and how to reduce inflammation. My A1C has gone from 11.5 at diagnosis to a 5.3 less than a year later following the keto lifestyle.

I’m a 40 something mama to two very athletic young women that is trying to learn everything about protein intake, hormones, and living optimally, not only for myself, but to share with my girls. I’ve been listening to your show for several months now and really enjoy all of your episodes. Not only is the information informative, but you do a great job of breaking down research and hard to understand science in a way we can all understand. I really appreciate that you dive so deep into all the research to give facts and not simply push your agenda. I have loved the latest protein series and look forward to each and every episode you put out. You have got me hooked on your protein powder because of the Leucine, sauna, red light therapies and natural light as well as experimenting with fasting. Keep up the good work, and I look forward to listening to many more episodes.

I really love everything about this podcast. Vanessa is so well educated on the topics she talks about and backs everything up with science, studies ect. She has amazing guests who bring additional perspectives and knowledge!

These episodes are great, medically backed, full of insightful wisdom with great guests and lots of helpful health info. As a female personal trainer and nutrition coach and women’s wellness coach I love diving into info that’s relevant to my clients and my own life as well. This one is one of my favs! 🩷🩷🩷

I don’t know why getting enough protein is so difficult, but it really is for me! I’m so happy I found this podcast -super helpful

Love, love, love this show. Vanessa has helped change the way rat and exercise. She is helping me change my body composition even though I am well into my fifties! So excited each week to see what she has next, I am always learning something new!

I love this podcast because she backs everything with science. She also practices what she preaches. I feel confident that what she says is great and accurate information.

This podcast has changed so much for me! I see protein in a different way and learn something new with every episode!

I have been following and listening to Vanessa for many years. Have learned so much. Anyone eating this way should eat up all this knowledge!! And congrats to the new baby boy! 🩵

Great podcast! Enjoyed all the pearls to take away:)

Starting the high protein modified keto approach- this podcast had been super helpful and informative to get me going. Been binging it the last couple weeks and love all the guests and great content!

Love listening to the Optimal Protein Podcast: Protein Series. I learned how the Amino Acid LEUCINE is essential for muscle protein synthesis. I realized that I definitely wasn’t consuming enough protein. We all know how crucial it is as a women to put on muscle not only to prevent osteopenia but to also preserve our precious hormones, which are quickly fleeting as we age. Building muscles is like money in the bank and thanks to the Optimal Protein Podcast I am learning more than I ever have about the importance of protein intake and the science backed benefits it has on the body. Optimal Protein Podcast sifts through all the misinformation and gives great scientific references to set the benchmark for accurate and informative information. Keep up the great work!!! Will be a listener for life ☺️👍🏽!

I love Vanessa’s show. It’s a deep dive into nutrition/bio chem science in a way that is palatable and not dry. Also such a great selection of guest interviews! Each time I listen to her podcast I’m inspired to live healthier because I’m getting more informed about the choices I make.

The Optimal Protein podcast is an excellent resource. Vanessa is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to listen to. The content is well thought out and curated for relevance and quality. I will continue to listen!

Add this podcast to your library now you won’t be disappointed!! I have started taking Tone protein and it is amazing taste’s great and the vanilla flavor is amazing and been very versatile to add to yogurt or smoothies. I started listening and following to Vanessa once she joined The Intermittent Fasting Podcast. She is a breath of fresh air! I love what she brings to listeners and is extremely knowledgeable and has opened my eyes to the importance of protein as a 55 year old woman while trying to stay healthy and practicing IF!!! Love Vanessa and not a skeptic anymore!!!

I have been following Vanessa for years. She is so full of factual, valuable information. She has helped me understand the keto, protein way of eating for such a long time. Her podcasts are top notch HIGHLY RECOMMEND

It’s been life changing for me to have happily stumbled on Vanessa’s work and the Optimal Protein podcast. I have SO enjoyed the content, the interviews, and the chance to continuously expand my knowledge about health. I am a voracious listener and a fan for life. Vanessa, I appreciate all that you do and the knowledge you share. I was finally able to optimize my health after experiencing my own health crisis and this podcast was one of the resources I leaned on to figure out what needed to change in my lifestyle, diet, and mindset - a million thank you’s!

Thank you, Vanessa, for making things clear regarding how we should be eating for optimal body composition, strength gains, and health. I like that you are not biased, but give science backed recommendations. Love the interviews and, especially love, the recap shows. A must listen for folks that prioritize their health!

I enjoy this podcast so much - I love learning about protein nutrition, keto, health etc from a scientific standpoint and not just some buzzwords because it’s popular to talk about bio hacks. There is great scientific information here and I’m so excited about it! Thank you Vanessa!

I love listening to Vanessa. She has great information to share and you can hear how much she cares in her voice. Highly recommend

I recently returned to a modified keto diet after a break. This was one of my go to podcast for keto/protein information. After listening to a bunch of episodes lately, I feel the podcast has become too self serving. As a small business owner myself I can appreciate building out your brand but the endless promotion of her products seems overdone. I feel like the topics are geared towards selling her devices or supplements and the education info is a byproduct of this. There is definitely good info in there but having to hear constantly about her products is a turn off. I would recommend going back and listening to older shows though.

Love, love, love this podcast!! Thank you so much for such amazing & informative content!!

Wahoo - I am so excited to have been selected as the winner of the Tone LUX Gem portable red light therapy panel from the review below! Super fun to hear my name announced on the podcast; I can’t wait to try the unit out when it arrives! Vanessa is easy to listen to and her information is appropriate for someone on a optimal health journey. Each podcast I come away with a nugget or two of information that is changing my intermittent fasting journey. I am 62 years old and, Lord willing, I hope to live a long and healthy life.

So grateful to be turned onto Vanessa’s podcast. I’ve learned so much about muscle protein synthesis and leucine as well as differences between whey protein isolate and concentrate. She’s continually bringing cutting edge research and studies to this audience.

I love this podcast! Vanessa always give so many amazing health tips. I’m a longtime listener and appreciate all the work she puts into each episode!

I can’t say enough about how amazing I find, listening to your podcast. As a peri -menopausal 50 year old woman- I find listening to your podcast makes me feel like I’m having a conversation with a best friend and getting the answers to some questions I didn’t even know to ask. Thank you Vanessa for delivering your messages that so obviously come from a science background and an open heart attitude. You Rock!