NEW: Introducing quarterly podcast summaries - Peter shares his biggest takeaways on muscle protein synthesis, VO2 max, toe strength, gut health, and more
Peter Attia
Jun 3, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Recognize collagen as an incomplete protein for muscle building
While popular, collagen protein is not a complete or superior protein source for muscle building as it is not rich in a wide array of amino acids.
Differentiate fat storage in athletes and type 2 diabetics for better health insights
An athlete's muscle and a type 2 diabetic's muscle can both be high in fat, but for the athlete it's a high-turnover fuel source, while for the diabetic it's a static, pathologic deposit.
Ingest protein to stimulate muscle protein synthesis
The simple act of ingesting protein stimulates muscle protein synthesis even without exercise because the amino acids themselves act as signaling molecules.
Transform your muscles every 50 to 100 days
It takes only 50 to 100 days for your body to completely replace every amino acid in a muscle, with the brain turning over even faster in about 30 days.
Supplement plant protein with essential amino acids for muscle growth
Plant proteins are often low in the essential amino acids lysine and methionine, which may require supplementation to maximize muscle protein synthesis.
Prevent muscle loss by maintaining consistent activity levels
Age-related muscle loss is not a smooth decline but a series of sharp drops caused by discrete periods of inactivity from which you never fully recover.
Combat anabolic resistance by staying active
In an experiment, just one week of immobilizing one leg in a cast created a 35% reduction in muscle protein synthesis in young, healthy people.
Utilize protein in time-restricted feeding for caloric control
The host consumes protein during his time-restricted feeding window, viewing the practice as a tool for caloric restriction rather than a magic process that protein would disrupt.
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