552: Everything You Thought You Knew About Protein Is Wrong! | Dr. Don Layman

<p>Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: <a href= "https://bit.ly/552drdonlayman" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://bit.ly/552drdonlayman</a></p> <p>Dr. Donald Layman (IG: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/layman.don/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@layman.don</a>) is Professor in the Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois.</p> <p>He has been a leader in research about protein, nutrition for athletic performance, obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular health. Don has over 120 peer-reviewed publications.</p> <p>By the end of this conversation you’re going to have a deep understanding of how to optimize your dietary protein and the health of your muscles. Enjoy it!</p> <p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Optimizing dietary protein as you age</li> <li>Rebuilding muscle mass</li> <li>RDA protein recommendations are too low</li> <li>The catabolic crisis model + how to minimize it</li> <li>Weight loss is a catabolic condition</li> <li>Building muscle is 75% resistance training + 25% protein intake</li> <li>Muscle is critical for metabolic health</li> <li>How does muscle burn carbohydrates?</li> <li>Too many carbohydrates = diabetes</li> <li>One-to-one ratio of protein and carbohydrates</li> <li>Protein has a higher thermogenic effect</li> <li>What does muscle protein synthesis mean?</li> <li>Do you need a protein shake after working out?</li> <li>Why a protein bolus in the morning is important</li> <li>Don’s thoughts on intermittent fasting</li> <li>30 grams of protein with leucine</li> <li>Is protein hard on the kidneys?</li> <li>Nutrition labels and protein/amino acids</li> <li>The truth about plant-based protein</li> <li>The primary use of threonine in the body</li> <li>How long does protein synthesis last?</li> <li>Spacing protein out every 4-5 hours</li> <li>The best time of day to eat carbohydrates</li> <li>Are there any benefits to protein before a workout?</li> <li>Longevity vs. quality of life</li> <li>Ulterior motives for funding