Why Building Muscle is Key to Longevity | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Published: Sept. 11, 2024, 10 a.m.

Muscle isn\u2019t just about strength\u2014it\u2019s about longevity, metabolic health, and even immune function. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to uncover the critical role that skeletal muscle plays in our overall health. We dive deep into muscle as an endocrine organ, its role in fighting insulin resistance, and why sedentary lifestyles are wreaking havoc on our bodies. From understanding how to build muscle effectively at any age to learning why muscle mass is the key to metabolic health, this conversation will change the way you think about strength training.\nIn this episode, we discuss:\n\nExactly how much protein we need to eat every day\n\nThe differences between plant and animal proteins\n\nThe impact of resistance training\n\nThe metabolic benefits of muscle\n\nWhy you should spread your protein intake evenly throughout the day\n\nHow sedentary behavior and insufficient protein intake can lead to muscle loss, insulin resistance, and metabolic disorders\n\nView Show Notes From This Episode\nGet Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman\nSign Up for Dr. Hyman\u2019s Weekly Longevity Journal\nThis episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Beekeepers Naturals, Thrive Market, and Fatty15.\nStreamline your lab orders with Rupa Health. Access more than 3,500 specialty lab tests and register for a FREE live demo at RupaHealth.com.\nHead to BeekeepersNaturals.com/HYMAN and use the code \u2018HYMAN\u2019 to get 20% off sitewide.\nHead over to ThriveMarket.com/Hyman today to receive 30% off your first order and a free gift up to $60.\nFatty15 contains pure, award-winning C15:0 in a bioavailable form. Get an exclusive 10% off a 90-day starter kit subscription. Just visit Fatty15.com and use code DRHYMAN10 to get started.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices