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Staying Strong Forever, Research-Backed Protein Intake Recommendations, The Best Supplements For Muscle Gain & More With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon.

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Importance of Amino Acids and Urolithin A for Muscle Health

Limiting amino acids like leucine, methionine, and lysine play essential roles in muscle protein synthesis, stress response, fatty acid oxidation, and growth. Leucine is crucial for meal-to-meal muscle protein synthesis, while methionine triggers an integrative stress response, and lysine contributes to fatty acid oxidation and growth over time. Urolithin A, a postbiotic compound produced in the gut microbiome from foods like pomegranate and walnut, shows promising effects on mitochondrial health, strength, and endurance in older individuals.

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