Protein Absorption and why it matters w/ Hailey Gorski

blog | July 25, 2025

Protein Absorption and why it matters w/ Hailey Gorski

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Let’s talk about the most underrated nutrition hack: protein distribution!

Most people load up on protein at dinner, barely get any at breakfast, and then wonder why they’re starving by 3pm. Sound familiar?

The truth is: your body uses protein in real time! You need it throughout the day to support —

✨ Muscle Repair

✨ Blood Sugar Balance

✨ Hormone Function


That’s why research shows that evenly distributing your protein intake — ideally 25–30g per meal — leads to better absorption and better results!

AKA: less hanger, more energy, and stronger muscles!


Here’s the problem —

Most breakfast options tend to be low in protein. Checks out when most grab-and-go choices are carb-heavy — think toast, donuts, muffins, bagels!


Here’s the solution —

It’s not about cutting out your fave breakfast foods. And it’s definitely not about choking down a plain egg white scramble…


It’s to modify to satisfy! Take your fave breakfast or latte and add in ingredients that help you kick off your day with protein — so you’re set up for a more balanced day!


Take the viral Salted Tahini Latte, for example — it’s delish, but doesn’t have much protein. With one simple swap you can turn it into a functional drink by blending it with a Koia Vanilla Nutrition Shake!


This adds:

✨ 20 grams of complete plant protein

✨ 6 grams of gut supporting fiber

✨ 21 vitamins and minerals


Here’s how to make it!

Ingredients:

☕️ 1 cup brewed coffee

☕️ 2 tbsp tahini

☕️ 1 tbsp honey

☕️ 1 bottle Koia Vanilla Protein Shake

☕️ frozen coffee cubes

☕️ pinch of flaky salt

Instructions:

• Brew your coffee and pour over frozen coffee cubes.

• Blend tahini, honey, and Koia until smooth and frothy.

• Pour it all together, add a pinch of salt, and enjoy!

It’s the perfect way to make your latte delish, functional, and help you kickstart your day with protein!


Want 20% off your Koia order? Use code HAILEY at checkout!

Meet our Expert
This article is written by Hailey Gorski, RDN.

 Hailey Gorski is a LA-based media Dietitian who specializes in sustainable fat loss. She empowers women to develop a healthy relationship with food while getting results. She graduated from UW-Madison with a bachelors in dietetics and certificate in entrepreneurship and complete her dietetic rotations at Loyola University Chicago! She has been featured in Livestrong.com, EatThisNotThat, BeachBody on Demand, and MyFitnessPal.com

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