Consuming enough protein ensures that when you lose weight, you're losing fat rather than the muscle that supports your metabolism—prioritizing protein in your meals signals to your nervous system that it's time to relax. This helps reduce the constant feeling of hunger and decreases inflammation, which can contribute to a swollen appearance and discomfort.

Whether you're focusing on the nutrient density of real dairy or aiming to reduce silent inflammation, understanding how your body processes these foods allows you to create a diet that supports your individual needs.

I was told my labs were normal.
I was also exhausted, inflamed, puffy in places I’d never been puffy before, and strangely disconnected from my own rhythm.

Nothing was technically “wrong.”
Which, as it turns out, is one of the most misleading phrases in modern medicine.