Optimize Your Muscle Mass for Health and Longevity | #282

Heal Thy Self with Dr. G

In this episode, Dr. Christian Gonzalez discusses the importance of maintaining muscle mass for overall health and longevity, especially after the age of 30. Learn about the risks associated with low muscle mass and discover three key tips for optimizing your muscle mass. Dr. G delves into the benefits of protein intake, creatine supplementation, and amino acid supplementation, backed by scientific research.

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Show Notes:

-Risks associated with low muscle mass, including poor blood sugar regulation, slower metabolism, hormonal imbalance, inflammation, chronic diseases, and mental health issues

-Recommended protein intake for optimizing muscle mass: 0.5 to 0.8 grams per pound of body weight or 2-1.7 grams per kilogram of body weight per day

-Types of protein powders: whey, casein, and plant-based proteins

-Benefits of protein powder supplementation for muscle growth, repair, weight management, and recovery

-Comparing whey protein and plant-based protein in terms of nutritional content, digestibility, and bioavailability

-Creatine Supplementation

-Amino Acid Supplementation

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