Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels
Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels
Whey Isolate vs Whey Concentrate: A Practical Guide
by Mo Mandegar, PhD
on May 04 2026
Two tubs of whey protein, one labeled "isolate" at nearly twicethe price of "concentrate." What does the extra processingactually buy? A practical breakdown of protein content, lactose,fat, and when each form is worth the cost.
Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels
How to Read a Dark Chocolate Label: What Actually Matters
by Mo Mandegar, PhD
on May 02 2026
Two bars labeled 70% cacao can have very different cacao quality,sweetener load, and fillers. Learning how to read a dark chocolatelabel takes about a minute and turns the candy aisle into a usefulcomparison shop. Here is what actually matters on the back of thebar, signal by signal.
Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels
The Smartest Afternoon Snack to Avoid an Energy Crash
by Mo Mandegar, PhD
on May 01 2026
The 2 PM slump is usually the lunch from before showing up — refined carbs raise blood sugar, insulin pulls it back down, and energy follows. The right afternoon snack flattens the curve with 8–12g of protein, a few grams of fiber, and minimal refined sugar. Here's what current research recommends.
Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels
Is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Protein Outdated?
by Mo Mandegar, PhD
on Apr 30 2026
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein (0.8 g/kg) was set as a deficiency floor, not an optimization target. Most active adults benefit from 1.2–1.6 g/kg or more. Here's what the latest research from the ISSN, NHANES, and recent peer-reviewed reviews actually says.
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