The Wellness Messiah Podcast I Tested Protein Intake for 17 Years—Here's What I Discovered
Sep 12, 2024
Join Dr. Rhonda Patrick, a longevity expert, and Dr. Peter Attia, who champions protein for fitness, as they dive into the significance of protein in our diets. They explore its vital role in muscle growth and health optimization. Contrastingly, Dr. Ron Rosedale, Dr. David Sinclair, and Dr. Valter Longo caution against excessive protein, arguing it may accelerate aging and harm longevity. This compelling discussion challenges popular beliefs and highlights the delicate balance required for healthy protein consumption.
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Protein's Role Beyond Building Blocks
- Protein is not just a simple building block; it acts as a hormone-regulating agent in the body.
- It influences genes and hormones to regulate bodily functions beyond just tissue repair.
Protein Controls IGF-1 Hormone
- Protein intake directly controls IGF-1 hormone levels, which regulate muscle and bone growth.
- Protein acts as a signal instructing the body to activate growth and repair mechanisms.
Rimon's Muscle Gain Experiment
- Rimon tripled protein intake from 48g to 150g and gained 8 pounds of muscle in 4 weeks.
- Cycling protein intake to increase IGF-1 sensitivity maximizes muscle growth effectiveness.