Moment: Why Protein is the Secret to Longevity ft. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD, converses with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon about the significance of dietary protein and its impact on metabolic health and disease prevention. They dive into the specifics of animal-based versus plant-based proteins, addressing myths around red meat and cancer, as well as the importance of nutrient density. Dr. Lyon highlights the need for high-quality protein sources and the role of essential amino acids in maintaining muscle mass and metabolic health.

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD, sits down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to explore the intricacies of protein intake and metabolic health. They discuss how to determine appropriate carbohydrate and fat consumption based on an individual's metabolic state, ideal body weight, and physical activity level. Dr. Lyon emphasizes the importance of managing insulin response and optimizing skeletal muscle health through diet. Listeners will gain actionable insights into tailoring their nutrition for better metabolic outcomes, understanding the role of different macronutrients, and achieving a balanced approach to overall health.

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00:00 Carbohydrate & Fat Intake

06:00 Metabolic Health Markers

07:03 DEXA scan and muscle mass

07:18 Animal Protein & Cancer

08:12 High-Quality Protein Sources

09:24 Branched Chain Amino Acids

10:26 Red Meat Myths

12:25 Cancer Risks & Red Meat

13:51 Skeletal Muscle Health

Don't forget to check out Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:

Forever Strong Book https://a.co/d/71aoSGO

Website https://drgabriellelyon.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/DrGabrielleLyon

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