#448: Protein Intake, Building Muscle, and Becoming Forever Strong with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

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In this episode, Noelle, and Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discuss protein intake, building muscle, and becoming forever strong.

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Timestamps

[3:22] Interview with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Links

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RDA is .8 grams per kg of bodyweight

1.6 grams per kg of bodyweight

What should you do? 1 gram per pound ideal body weight

Protein powders:

https://www.thorne.com/products/set/protein-powders

What’s the ideal ratio of protein for women that weight train?

Keep protein 1 gram per pound ideal body weight, but increase calories by 10-20%.

3 supplements for muscle building:

Creatine Monohydrate: getkion.com/wellfed

Urolithin A:https://www.mitopure.com/

Omega-3 fatty acid

DEXA scan: https://dexascan.com/

In Body scan: https://inbodyusa.com/

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