Why Protein is the MOST IMPORTANT Nutrient for Healthy Aging
Learn how protein affects metabolism, muscle health, and aging — and why optimizing your intake may be the key to a longer, stronger life.
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00:00 — Welcome to Beyond Healthspan
00:35 — Why protein is one of the most misunderstood topics in longevity
02:15 — Meet Jim Lanzillotti and his background in protein metabolism research
03:30 — What makes Healthspan’s coaching model different
05:00 — Jim Lanzillotti’s research: adjusted body weight and personalized protein
08:00 — The protein gap: how much most people are really missing
10:30 — RDA vs. optimal intake: why 0.8 g/kg isn’t enough for aging well
13:00 — Protein intake, BMI, and the data on body composition
16:00 — How protein improves metabolic markers and insulin sensitivity
19:00 — The fulcrum model: balancing carbs and fats around protein
22:00 — Resistance training, satiety, and how to build lean mass
26:00 — Weight loss, muscle preservation, and the power of protein
31:00 — The protein leverage hypothesis explained
36:00 — Processed foods, fiber, and why modern diets miss the mark
41:00 — Protein, fasting, and mTOR: timing matters for longevity
47:00 — How meal spacing supports muscle and mitochondrial function
52:00 — Protein and longevity after 65: what new research reveals
57:00 — Why coaching turns data into measurable results
1:03:00 — The Healthspan way: bridging science and real-world outcomes
1:12:00 — Final takeaways on protein, metabolism, and healthy aging
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