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#15 - Science of Muscle Growth and Optimal Protein Intake
#15 - Science of Muscle Growth and Optimal Protein Intake
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Length:
42 minutes
Released:
Jan 12, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Muscles are a key organ for longevity, yet the majority of patients I see in my clinic suffer metabolically, physically, and even mentally from a lack of optimal muscle strength. Most individuals are also consuming insufficient protein to activate muscle growth. In this episode I discuss: The science of muscle growth (aka muscle protein synthesis) The role of insulin and mTOR using a Marvel superhero Defining optimal protein intake for muscle growth Vegetarian vs animal protein Fasting, exercise and other lifestyle factors affecting muscle
Released:
Jan 12, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (33)
#1 - Using Mangos to Explain Insulin and Glut4: Understanding Insulin and the Glut 4 Transporter by The Meta Health Podcast