The ultimate protein episode: how much protein you need, ideal timing, and quality of protein. Get 40% storewide on the Primal Tallow Balms, just head to https://theprimal.com/discount.
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This episode features Dr Donald Layman, a PHD researcher and expert in protein metabolism and metabolic health. Dr Layman has spent decades researching the role of protein in metabolic health, including the role of leucine in muscle protein synthesis. This episode will be your ultimate protein guide.
Dr Layman will discuss why protein is so important, relating to muscle health, aging, disease prevention, and optimal body composition, namely fat loss. Up to 45% of people do not consume enough protein daily, which is likely mainly in women, and the RDA amount of 0.8kg is far too low for optimal health. Dr Layman will discuss how much protein you need per day for optimal muscle and cellular health, why the timing of protein matters, and the quality of protein as we age.
This episode is important for anyone who wants to optimise their health through adequate protein consumption. You will learn exactly how much you need to eat, the best sources of protein, the role of leucine, and exercise protocols to increase strength.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
02:41 How many eat enough protein?
05:05 Protein + lean muscle
08:21 Protein + reverse aging
13:19 Protein + fat loss or weight loss
15:25 Protein for healing inflammation
18:34 Protein and amino acids
22:54 Dr Layman, an expert in protein
27:07 Tool: How much protein per day
31:01 Tool: What body weight to use for protein intake
34:11 Can you have too much protein?
39:57 Tool: Protein timing & meal frequency
45:52: Tool: Maximum amount of protein per meal
52:16 Tool: Fasting and protein intake
01:00:33 Myths about protein
01:06:52 Tool: Worst protein mistakes
01:07:08 Tool: Best protein sources to eat - leucine
01:17:14 Budget options for protein and meat
01:20:02 Protein and resistance exercise
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