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I am delighted to connect with Angelo Keely today, the Co-founder and CEO of Kion.\xa0\nAngelo started Kion in 2017, aspiring to create an unparalleled and healthy work culture within a high-growth consumer products company dedicated to motivating their customers to continue along their journeys to personal health.\nIn our conversation, we explore the advantages of essential amino acids (EAAs), their role in muscle function, how they differ from branched-chain amino acids, and their impact on metabolic processes. We explain the importance of sourcing around essential amino acids, address concerns related to muscle loss, caloric restriction, and fasting, and discuss how EAAs support overall muscle health. Angelo also shares his insights on caffeine, creatine, omega-3s, stress management, and sleep.\xa0\nStay tuned for today\u2019s informative and engaging conversation with Angelo Keely.\n\n\ufeffIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:\n\nWhat amino acids are and why they are essential for our bodies\n\nHow essential amino acids differ from non-essential amino acids\n\nWhy resistance training and consuming nutrient-dense meals are the key to stimulating protein synthesis\xa0\n\nThe reason branched-chain amino acid supplements are not as effective as EAA supplements\n\nSome factors to consider regarding loss of muscle mass in aging individuals\n\nHow essential amino acids are lighter and more effective for protein synthesis in middle-aged individuals\n\nThe importance of adequate protein intake when fasting intermittently\n\nHow hormonal changes during perimenopause can lead to anabolic resistance, making essential amino acids more beneficial for women than men\n\nHow creatine supports muscle energy, and why it is particularly beneficial for women in perimenopause\n\nThe benefits of omega-3 supplements\n\nWhy getting enough sleep is essential sleep for middle-aged women.\xa0\n\n\n\ufeffBio: Angelo Keely\nAngelo is the co-founder and CEO of Kion, an active lifestyle, supplement, and functional food company dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions.\xa0\nVisit getkion.com/cynthia to save 20%\n\nPersonal Highlights\n\nRaised in Austin, Texas \u2014 parents in the supplement and health food business\n\nHe was stabbed and nearly beaten to death at 16 years old during a bad LSD trip\n\nHe has been involved in nutrition, functional fitness, yoga, and meditation for over 20 years\n\nHe was part of a small rescue party for a bus accident in the foothills of the Indian Himalayas at age 21 while doing advanced yoga study at an ashram\n\nStarted professional career and lived in France and India for several years\n\nSpeaks multiple languages\n\nHappily married with two kids \u2014 always focused on the balance between career and family\n\nAminos were one of the most important supplements mom gave to Angelo as a small child\n\nAngelo started Kion in his garage \u2014 a classic entrepreneur story\xa0\n\nBuilding Kion is an effort to build the best possible company for everyone it touches \u2014seeking fun, a great life, and integrity in everything we do\n\n\nConnect with Cynthia Thurlow\xa0\xa0\n\nFollow on Twitter\n\n\nInstagram\n\nLinkedIn\n\nCheck out Cynthia\u2019s website\n\n\nSubmit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com