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Why Building Muscle is Key to Longevity | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

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The Crucial Role of Protein in Breakfast for Muscle Maintenance

The body undergoes essential processes overnight, such as tissue repair and protein synthesis, which highlights the importance of the first meal after fasting. Breakfast should prioritize protein intake, ideally between 30 to 50 grams, as it plays a significant role in maintaining muscle mass and supporting metabolic health. Contrary to common American breakfast habits that favor sugars, evidence shows that a higher protein breakfast leads to improved body composition outcomes. In studies comparing two groups on different macronutrient distributions, those consuming approximately 40 grams of protein in the morning experienced fat loss and maintenance of lean tissue, regardless of caloric intake. The combination of a protein-rich breakfast with exercise yields synergistic benefits, maximizing fat loss while preserving muscle mass, thus underscoring the critical need for protein to be prioritized in breakfast choices.

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