Why This Diet is Strongly Suspected to be the Best
Brad Stanfield
Oct 9, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Combat muscle loss by strengthening after age 40
Starting from around the age of 40, our muscle mass and strength begin to decrease by about 1% per year.
Increase protein intake to enhance longevity
Contrary to theories from mouse studies, a 2020 British Medical Journal analysis of human data showed that as protein intake increased, death rates decreased.
Maximize muscle building with 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram daily
Research shows that muscle building is maximized at an intake of about 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day.
Avoid low-carb diets to reduce mortality risk
A 2023 study of over 371,000 adults found that low-carb diets were associated with higher risks of death from all causes.
Trust soy protein for stable testosterone and estrogen levels in men
Despite social media claims, current evidence suggests that soy protein has no effect on testosterone or estrogen levels in men.
Substitute animal protein with plant protein to enhance longevity
The American Heart Association found that substituting animal protein with plant protein was associated with a lower risk of death from all causes, including heart disease and dementia.
Avoid early margarine due to harmful trans fats
Early versions of margarine contained incredibly harmful trans fats, making them an even worse choice for heart health than the butter they were meant to replace.
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