Welcome to Healthline’s Gut Check Challenge — Protein Balance edition. This 7-day series is designed to help you discover simple ways to boost your protein intake and improve your gut health
This seven-day protein challenge will help you learn how to make confident food choices that meet your health goals and lifestyle needs, whether you’re meal planning, eating out with friends, or grabbing something quick on the go
We’ll share practical tips to help you keep your body fuelled throughout the day without restricting what you put on your plate. You’ll learn about the protein-rich foods that can support your energy and keep you satisfied so you can meet your health goals and do more of the things you love
We’ll also be incorporating expert advice and community quotes with high quality health information reviewed by our network of medical professionals to ensure you feel in control of your health
How can I get involved?
Join us at Healthline for 7 days as we explore simple ways to boost your protein intake, from making mindful choices at the grocery store to meal prepping and cooking with confidence
Getting started
Here are some ways you can set yourself up today to make the most of the challenge:
- Explore our nutrition hub: Check out Healthline’s hub for your essential guide to healthy eating.
- Follow us on social media: We’ll link to articles on our Instagram page in that timeframe.
- Bookmark the Healthline homepage: We’ll update the homepage daily with that day’s Gut Check Challenge article, starting August 3rd.
- Bookmark this page: This page lists every article in the series to help you follow along. If you’re reading this after August 2026, you can join the challenge by following each article from the start of the list again.
- Sign up for our newsletters:Follow along with this challenge in our newsletters, and explore more high quality health information on other topics that may be beneficial for you.
When to speak with a healthcare professional about nutrition
Good nutrition looks different for everyone. It’s important to consider your dietary needs in relation to your lifestyle, health goals, and individual health needs. Before making changes to your diet, it can be helpful to speak with a healthcare professional, such as a registered dietitian, to understand what approach will be most beneficial
You should also speak with a healthcare professional if you’re:
- unintentionally losing weight
- finding it difficult to maintain weight
- experiencing constant digestive issues
- experiencing a reduced appetite
They can work with you to identify the cause and develop an effective treatment plan to support your individual needs
»Learn more:Easy Ways to Consume More Protein
