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#224 ‒ Dietary protein: amount needed, ideal timing, quality, and more | Don Layman, Ph.D.

The Peter Attia Drive

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The Protein Puzzle: Understanding Requirements and Amino Acids

This chapter explores the critical role of protein in muscle synthesis and lean tissue maintenance, drawing on the speaker's personal experiences and research background. It examines essential versus non-essential amino acids, the history of protein recommendations, and the complexities of measuring dietary needs, particularly in aging populations and critically ill patients. The discussion also critiques current nutritional beliefs and highlights the inadequacies of established protein guidelines.

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