Barbell Shrugged Protein and Amino Acids to Become Combat Ready w/ Dr Jess Gwin, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #809
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Aug 6, 2025 
Dr. Jess Gwin, a PhD in Nutritional Science specializing in muscle physiology, joins the discussion on the critical role of protein and essential amino acids for military personnel. They delve into the evolution of military nutrition and the importance of diet in maintaining muscle mass under stress. The conversation highlights innovative nutritional strategies and advancements in shelf-stable protein technologies. Additionally, they examine the impact of glycogen and carbohydrates on performance, emphasizing nutrition as key to resilience in demanding environments.
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Protein Protects Muscle in Deficit
- Soldiers in high physical demand environments often face unavoidable calorie deficits that lead to muscle loss.
- Protein intake, especially essential amino acids, can help protect muscle mass despite these energy deficits.
Muscle as Amino Acid Reservoir
- Muscle breaks down to provide amino acids for critical bodily functions during stress.
- The body prioritizes immune and gut function over maintaining muscle when energy is limited.
Stress Lowers Hormones, Refeed Helps
- Stress and energy deficit lead to reduced sex steroid hormone production in soldiers.
- Refeeding can restore hormonal levels and improve protein synthesis after starvation phases.