Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2232: Age-Proof Your Muscles, Bones & Brain With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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Dec 21, 2023 Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, an expert in muscle-centric medicine and author of "Forever Strong", explores the crucial role of skeletal muscle for health and longevity. She speaks on the alarming misconceptions surrounding dietary guidelines and how they impact muscle health. With insights on the relationship between muscle and cognitive function, she debunks myths about aging and emphasizes that it's never too late to build muscle. Lyon also discusses advancements in muscle health assessments and critiques the medical system's one-size-fits-all approach.
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Sick vs. Healthy Muscle
- There's a difference between healthy and unhealthy muscle, impacting overall health.
- A pound of muscle isn't simply a pound of muscle; its quality varies.
Muscle-Fat Analogy
- Healthy muscle is like a filet, while unhealthy muscle resembles a ribeye due to intramuscular fat.
- Athletes, especially endurance athletes, can have intramuscular fat used for energy.
Muscle-Centric Medicine
- Muscle-centric medicine will focus on identifying and measuring healthy muscle.
- Metrics like quality and thickness will become important vital signs.
