Hello!

Apologies on the delay, as somehow I missed this message!

There are a lot of things to say here to explore, so it might be best to schedule a private consultation, but generally I would look at your age, activity (and rest) level, weight training/resistance training for muscle building, and timing of recovery protein (protein within 1 hour of workout).

Adequate protein (which can range between 1-2 grams per kg of body weight depending on age/health status/activity level), and not too much at one serving (no more than 40 grams) should not have a negative effect on your nervous system (hyperfocus, negativity), so I would rule out if you have any food sensitivities/allergies or are consuming anything in the protein shake that might be anxiety provoking (dyes, additives, fillers, artificial sweeteners, etc.). There are many components to negativity and hyperfocus outside of food nutrition, including social nourishment, environmental exposures, emotional health, and sleep, but in terms of nutrition you seem to be getting good whole foods every day. I would be interested in making sure you are enjoying a variety of foods (colorful veggies/fruits, seeds/nuts, etc.) and that your digestion is optimal for nutrient breakdown/absorption (including of proteins).

Hope this is a helpful start. Let me know if you would like to schedule a more personalized session for deeper dive. Thanks!

Zoe