Muscle centric lifestyle

A muscle-centric lifestyle emphasizes building and maintaining muscle to enhance overall health, longevity, and cognitive function. Here are key points from Louisa Nicola's discussions on this topic:

1. Protein Intake: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon suggests that a minimum of 30 grams of protein per meal is crucial to start. This can help maintain body composition and support muscle protein synthesis. For those looking to increase muscle mass, upping this to 45-50 grams per meal might be necessary 1.

2. Longevity and Muscle: Muscle is viewed as the organ of longevity. It plays a critical role in overall metabolic health and disease prevention. Maintaining muscle mass can aid in managing metabolic syndromes and insulin resistance, which are crucial for healthy aging 2 3.

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     Muscle as Medicine

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     Muscle Centric Medicine

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     Protein, Brain Health

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     Brain Health Insights

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     Muscle Aging Insights

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     Muscle, Glucose, Leucine

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3. Brain Health: There is a direct correlation between muscle mass and cognitive function. A wider waistline often correlates with lower brain volume and executive function issues, underscoring the importance of muscle mass for brain health 4.

4. Aging and Muscle: As we age, muscle mass naturally decreases, a process known as sarcopenia. Maintaining muscle mass through resistance training from as early as the 30s is crucial to counteract this decline and support longevity 5.

5. Glucose and Insulin: Skeletal muscle is essential for glucose disposal and insulin sensitivity. More muscle mass provides a greater site for glucose storage, improving insulin resistance and overall metabolic health 6.

By focusing on protein intake, targeted exercises, and understanding the metabolic importance of muscle, individuals can adopt a muscle-centric lifestyle for better health and longevity.