Are you confused about whether protein powder is actually healthy—or is it just another ultra processed food in disguise? In this episode of the Better Than Fine podcast, wellness coach and wellbeing expert Darlene Marshall dives deep into one of the hottest nutrition debates of 2025: protein powder and ultra processed foods.

✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:

· The REAL definition of “ultra processed food” and how it’s different from simply “processed”

· Why most protein powders are considered ultra processed—and what that means for your health

· How influencer marketing cycles drive diet trends and supplement fads

· The sneaky ways supplement companies leverage guilt, fear, and “clean eating” messages to sell products

· Why Americans are falling short on fiber and the potential health risks you need to know

· Actionable tips to improve your nutrition without falling for the latest trends

💡 Darlene also gets honest about her own protein supplement use, discusses the critical difference between facts and values, and reveals why YOU get to decide what matters most in your health and wellness journey.

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