The Dr. Hyman Show

The Science Of Protein And Longevity: Do We Need To Eat Meat To Live To 100? with Dr. Donald Layman

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Apr 26, 2023
Dr. Donald Layman, Professor Emeritus in Food Science & Human Nutrition, shares his expertise on the crucial link between protein consumption and muscle health. He discusses how optimal protein intake supports not just muscle maintenance but also longevity, particularly as we age. Layman unpacks dietary misconceptions, emphasizing the importance of leucine for muscle synthesis and the risks of low protein in diets. He also challenges conventional views on obesity and insulin resistance, making a compelling case for a balanced, protein-centric approach to nutrition.
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Muscle-Centric Health

  • Dr. Layman's research on protein synthesis and malnutrition led him to a muscle-centric health approach.
  • Early nutrition insults can reduce muscle cell development, predisposing children to obesity.
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Protein Turnover and Metabolism

  • Protein turnover is expensive, accounting for a large part of resting metabolism.
  • Maintaining this turnover through protein and exercise is key for long-term health.
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Carbs and Insulin Resistance

  • Excess carbohydrates, not fats, are the primary drivers of insulin resistance.
  • Carbs disrupt muscle metabolism, which prefers burning fat, leading to elevated blood lipids.
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