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I’m showing you exactly how I build a plate to support muscle, fat loss, steady energy, and long-term metabolic health, starting with protein and layering in fiber, smart carbs, and healthy fats. I’ll break down how much protein and fiber to aim for, which food sources I prioritize, how meal timing can affect your results, and how I adjust carbs and fats based on activity and individual needs. Most importantly, I want you to stop thinking of this as another short-term diet and start using it as a simple framework for building meals for life.
Here's what we're covering:
✓ The plate visual you can use every single meal
✓ Protein, carb, veggie, and healthy fat options that actually work
✓ The macro math—I'll walk through the calculation so you can dial in YOUR specific numbers
✓ Why protein first changes everything
What you’ll learn:
(05:22) How to build a protein-first plate that supports muscle growth, fat loss, fullness, and better metabolic health.
(08:57) Why the quality of your protein matters and how JJ chooses cleaner animal and plant-based protein sources.
(13:41) How to calculate your daily protein target and why JJ recommends roughly 30 to 40 grams of protein at each meal.
(15:13) Why JJ recommends eating five to ten servings of non-starchy vegetables each day and prioritizing plant diversity.
(18:20) How to work toward at least 30 grams of daily fiber using resistant starch, soluble fiber, insoluble fiber, and prebiotic fiber.
(22:35) What the research suggests about eating more calories earlier in the day and why late-night eating can work against fat loss.
(28:59) How JJ thinks about seed oils, omega-3 and omega-6 fats, inflammation, and choosing cooking oils at home.
(32:33) How to calculate a starting balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates based on your target weight and activity level.
Ready to transform your results? Grab my recipes and meal ideas at jjvirgin.com/recipes to see these plates in action.
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