Overview

• Despite usually resisting his disciplined approach, Ripa adhered to Mark Consuelos’s high-protein regimen for three days to ease her side-zip gown fit at the Oscars.
• Ripa reported feeling “super, super fit” after eating steak, yogurt, and vegetables as instructed, noting that her dress zipped up without any side skin discomfort.
• Consuelos cited recommendations of 25 grams of fiber daily for women and 38 grams for men to maintain a healthy gut microbiome and lower chronic disease risk.
• USDA guidelines recommend 14 grams of fiber per 1,000 calories, a standard underscored to prevent protein-heavy diets from displacing carbohydrate intake.
• Nutrition experts warn that while protein supports muscle growth and weight loss, adequate carbohydrate intake remains essential to fuel exercise and ensure overall nutrient balance.