Optimal Protein Podcast (Fast Keto) with Vanessa Spina

About Optimal Protein Podcast (Fast Keto) with Vanessa Spina

Vanessa Spina is a Sports Nutrition Specialist, Best Selling author, creator of the innovative TONE device, as well as a sought after international speaker. On the Optimal Protein podcast, Vanessa shares how to get effortlessly lean and improve metabolic health and fitness with an optimal protein intake! Featuring interviews with world renowned and leading edge protein scientists & experts, authors, and people with inspiring transformational stories discussing the best tools for becoming optimizing your metabolic health with whole foods, nutrition, exercise and more!

Publisher

Vanessa Spina

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jun 2018

Latest episode

6 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

291 of 944 episodes have a transcript.

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   6 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Women Have MORE Testosterone Than Estrogen?! 7 Takeaways on Muscle, Hormones & Fat Loss

   In today's Friday recap, Vanessa breaks down seven fascinating takeaways from her conversation with Dr. Khashayar Farzam on testosterone in women, muscle preservation, hormones, and the science of fat loss. Did you know that women typically have higher circulating concentrations of testosterone than estradiol? And that you can preserve muscle mass during weight loss but still lose strength? In this episode: Why testosterone matters for women's health beyond libido How testosterone changes throughout life and menopause Total vs. free testosterone and the role of SHBG What the research actually supports about testosterone therapy in women Why maintaining muscle mass doesn't always preserve strength A fascinating case study of fat loss with preserved muscle but declining bench press performance Practical strategies to support muscle and strength during fat loss 🎧 Listen to Monday's full interview with Dr. Khashayar Farzam: Women Have MORE Testosterone Than Estrogen?! Testosterone 101, Muscle & Menopause Research discussed: Beyond Libido: The Multifaceted Role of Testosterone in Women (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42867946/) Maintenance of Skeletal Muscle Mass Does Not Guarantee Bench Press Performance (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42112422/) Connect with Dr. Farzam: Instagram @truenorthmetabolic ✨ Save 20% OFF on My Favorite Tools for Body Composition, Muscle & Wellness with the code VANESSA Shop Tone LUX: www.ketogenicgirl.com PSMF Library™ | Delicious High-Protein Recipes for Fat Loss Looking for delicious ways to boost your protein intake while keeping calories and fat in check? My PSMF Library™ is packed with high-protein, lower-fat recipes designed to make reaching your protein and body composition goals easier, without sacrificing flavor! Explore the PSMF Library™: https://ketogenicgirl.com Tone LUX | Red & Near-Infrared Light Therapy Bring the benefits of red and near-infrared light therapy into your daily routine with Tone LUX! Designed for convenient at-home use to support your skincare and wellness routine. If you enjoyed today's episode, please share it with a friend and leave a review of the Optimal Protein Podcast! Your support helps us continue bringing you the latest science on protein, metabolic health, muscle, and longevity. Thank you for listening! Love, Vanessa This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute individualized medical advice.

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   2 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Women Have MORE Testosterone Than Estrogen?! Testosterone 101, Muscle & Menopause | Dr. Farzam

   Host Vanessa Spina interviews Dr. Khashayar Farzam, exploring testosterone's crucial role in women's health, muscle, and aging, offering insights into hormone balance and strength preservation.

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   30 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   NEW STUDY: The Best Eating Window for Losing Belly Fat Without Losing Muscle | Dr. Satchin Panda Recap

   Host Vanessa Spina interviews Dr. Satchin Panda about new research on how an 8-10 hour eating window aids belly fat loss without sacrificing muscle.

Inside a recent episode

Women Have MORE Testosterone Than Estrogen?! 7 Takeaways on Muscle, Hormones & Fat Loss

Published 6 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] A tiny piece of a hormone can have enormous physiological effects. Now, men have 15 to 20 times the amount of testosterone that women do. So, To think of it as a male hormone traditionally has made sense, but that kind of makes it seem as though it's not that important or significant for women. […]

Who has been a guest on Optimal Protein Podcast (Fast Keto) with Vanessa Spina

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Khashayar Farzam
• Satchin Panda
• Milo Wolf
• Amie Hornaman
• Mike T Nelson

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

908,418

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

759 ratings

Spotify

4.4 / 5

79 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 98 / 100

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Quality

100

Social presence

97

YouTube

93

Engagement

99

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