Muscle: The Organ of Longevity | Optimizing Protein Synthesis | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon | Episode 27

The focus of our health needs to be changed from being “over-weight” to being “under-muscled”. Muscle is the largest organ in the body, drives our metabolism and is vital for preventing chronic disease and longevity. In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a functional medicine physician who specializes in muscle-centric medicine, discusses the role muscle plays in our overall health. There are two ways to stimulate muscle growth in the body, exercise and consuming protein. Gabrielle shares practical and evidence-based tips on enhancing protein intake by looking at protein timing, optimal amounts to consume, the best types of protein and much more. We also dive into why intermittent fasting can be useful when striving to build muscle. Finally, we discuss how to optimize your physical activity and mindset to stimulate muscle growth and live healthy and pain-free. Enjoy episode 27 of The HealthSimple Show! Get 15% off High Quality Whey Protein here (USE CODE: KYLE15) https://shop.perfectketo.com/collections/all-perfect-keto-products/products/keto-whey-protein?rfsn=2658029.cb9740&Source=Refersion&Medium=Affiliate&Campaign=2658029 Want Health Coaching From Kyle? http://healthsimpleinfo.com/health-coach Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Website: https://www.drgabriellelyon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drgabriellelyon?lang=en GUEST BIO: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a functional medicine physician specializing in Muscle-Centric medicine. This concept of medicine focuses on the largest organ in the body, skeletal muscle as the key to longevity. She leverages evidence-based medicine with emerging cutting-edge science to restore metabolism, balance hormones, optimize body composition with the goal of a lifetime of vitality. Dr. Lyon attended the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board-certified in Family Practice. She also completed her research fellowship in Nutritional Science and Geriatrics at Washington University in St. Louis. Prior to her foray into medicine, Dr. Lyon was a national semifinalist in Fitness America, a professional fitness model and nationally ranked figure competitor. Dr. Lyon's ongoing work is focused on metabolism, longevity, and body composition optimization. As a nationally recognized authority, Dr. Lyon is a regular speaker for academic and public audiences and is part of Eagle Rise Speakers Bureau. Dr. Lyon sees patients in New York City.