<p>Today, I welcome Dr. Heather Leidy to The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show for an in-depth conversation about the evolving landscape of nutrition science. Together, they tackle pressing topics like the future of the U.S. Dietary Guidelines, the impact of protein timing, and the importance of protein quality in supporting health and mitigating frailty. Dr. Leidy highlights recent research that explores behavioral strategies for sustainable weight management, the role of animal-sourced foods in nutrient adequacy, and the effects of GLP-1 medications on diet and health outcomes.</p><p>Key Discussion Points:</p><ul><li>The critical role of breakfast in satiety and long-term health</li><li>Why the food matrix matters when evaluating protein sources</li><li>The untapped potential of family-based breakfast interventions</li><li>Implications of GLP-1 medications on protein needs and behavioral strategies</li><li>Addressing the nutrient gaps in plant-based diets and rethinking food waste</li></ul><br><p>Who is Dr. Heather Leidy? </p><p>Heather J. Leidy, PhD is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin. She has a joint appointment in the Department of Nutritional Sciences and the Department of Pediatrics -Dell Medical School. She previously served on the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee and was the American Society of Nutrition Research Interest Group Director. Dr.Leidy received her BS in Biology from Shippensburg University and went on to complete her MS and PhD in Physiology at Penn State University as well as a Postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Nutrition Science and Ingestive Behavior at Purdue University.</p><p>This episode is brought to you by: </p><ul><li>Our Place - Code DRLYON for 10% off - <a href="https://fromourplace.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://fromourplace.com</a></li><li>ARMRA - Code DRLYON for 15% off! - <a href="https://armra.com/DRLYON/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://armra.com/DRLYON/</a> </li><li>OneSkin - Code DRLYON for Get 15% off! - <a href="https://www.oneskin.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.oneskin.co/</a> </li><li>AG1 - Code DRLYON for FREE Welcome Kit and Starter Packs! - <a href="https://drinkag1.com/DRLYON" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://drinkAG1.com/DRLYON</a></li></ul><br><p>Find Dr. Heather Leidy at: </p><p>The University of Texas at Austin | Department of Nutritional Sciences - <a href="https://nutrition.utexas.edu/directory/heather-leidy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nutrition.utexas.edu/directory/heather-leidy/ </a></p><p>Find me at: </p><ul><li>Instagram: @drgabriellelyon</li><li>Tik Tok: @drgabriellelyon</li><li>Facebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon</li><li>YouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyon</li><li>Jumpstart your 2025 with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon's 4-week Foundations Challenge —join now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Wnd6KT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3Wnd6KT</a></li><li>Apply to become a patient - <a href="https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/</a></li><li>Join my weekly newsletter - <a href="https://institute-for-muscle-centric-medicine.ck.page/2ed23e2860" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://institute-for-muscle-centric-medicine.ck.page</a></li><li>Get my book - <a href="https://drgabriellelyon.com/forever-strong/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://drgabriellelyon.com/forever-strong/</a></li></ul><br><p>Timestamps: </p><p>(00:00) - Dietary Protein Guidelines and Research </p><p>(10:01) - Challenges inDietary Guideline Committee</p><p>(14:32) - Nutrition, Behavior, and Health Outcomes</p><p>(21:48) - Protein and Satiety Mechanisms</p><p>(33:20) - Impact of Higher Protein Breakfasts</p><p>(53:48) - Breakfast, Protein, and Dietary Recommendations</p><p>(01:04:58) - Improving...</p>