Protein for Fatigue Recovery: How Much You Really Need to Heal & Restore Energy

Protein is often talked about in the context of gym training or menopause — but its role in fatigue recovery is frequently overlooked. In this video, Kirsty Cullen, Registered Nutritionist and CEO of The Optimum Health Clinic, explains why protein is essential for cellular repair, energy stability and hormone production, particularly for people experiencing fatigue-related conditions. Kirsty covers how protein supports blood sugar balance, explains essential amino acids and complete proteins, and shares practical guidance on how much protein you actually need for recovery. She also discusses why digestion is just as important as intake — and how gut health can impact your ability to absorb and use protein effectively. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:25 – Why Protein Matters for Fatigue 00:58 – Essential Amino Acids Explained 01:54 – How Much Protein You Need 03:08 – Digesting Protein Effectively At The Optimum Health Clinic, we personalise nutrition and recovery plans to support healing at a cellular level.If you’d like support understanding your protein needs or fatigue recovery stage, book a free discovery call with our team. 🌍 Learn more: https://www.theoptimumhealthclinic.com 📞 Book a FREE discovery call: https://www.theoptimumhealthclinic.co... 📘 Books & resources: https://www.alexhoward.com 📺 Explore more videos:    / @theoptimumhealthclinic