Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik How Muscle Health Powers Longevity, Metabolism & Brain with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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Jan 27, 2025 
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a leading expert on skeletal muscle health and author of *Forever Strong*, discusses how muscle is the body’s largest endocrine organ, crucial for longevity and brain health. She highlights the connection between muscle mass and brain function, emphasizing that strength, not size, is vital for wellness. Dr. Lyon explores dietary strategies, crucial supplements, and the benefits of resistance training. She also tackles the societal stigma around muscle health and introduces revolutionary advancements in muscle-centric medicine.
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Muscle-Brain Connection
- A large part of our brain is dedicated to movement, so better movement means better thinking.
- Having a good body composition, especially healthy skeletal muscle, improves brain function.
Protein Intake
- Increase protein intake with age, aiming for 1 gram per pound of ideal body weight.
- Consume protein at discrete meals, about five ounces of chicken or similar protein sources at a time.
Muscle Growth Misconceptions
- Women won't get bulky from resistance training and protein; building muscle takes tremendous effort.
- Dietary protein is not bad for kidneys or bones; it can improve kidney function and is essential for bone health.
