Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women

160: Nutrition for Women: Intermittent Fasting, Protein, Macros and Food Freedom

September 23, 2026·24 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Episode NotesNutrition advice for women is loud, contradictory and usually built for someone else's body. In this solo Q&A, Tara answers the nutrition questions you sent in, and keeps it real about what actually matters.In this episode:Intermittent fasting for women: who it can work for, and why stress, poor sleep and under-eating can make it backfire on your hormones, energy and cycleWhether you need to track macros, and why protein is the one number worth knowingThe protein math: 0.7–1 gram per pound of body weight (or goal body weight), and how to build up gradually instead of doubling overnightEasy high-protein options at home and on the goWhat to look for in a protein bar: 15–20g of protein, under 5g of added sugar, and fiber to keep you fullHealing your relationship with food: dropping the good/bad labels, getting out of the all-or-nothing trap, and why mindful eating starts with slowing downGoing alcohol-free when your partner drinks: boundaries without blame, NA swaps that make date night easier, and coming back to your whyYou don't need to weigh every bite forever. Give it three days of looking at what's actually on your plate, find the protein, and build from there.Tara is a Precision Nutrition–certified coach, not a registered dietitian. This episode is for education, not medical advice.Resources mentioned:Macronutrient Guide: broads.app/macronutrient-guideLearn more about Broads: broads.appConnect with Tara:instagram.com/taralaferrarainstagram.com/broads_coachyoutube.com/@TaraLaferraratiktok.com/@taralaferraraIf this one helped, leave a five-star review. It's the fastest way to get Broads in front of more women who need it.

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