The Science Of Protein And Longevity: Do We Need To Eat Meat To Live To 100? with Dr. Donald Layman

<p>This episode is brought to you by <a href="https://rupahealth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rupa Health</a>, <a href="https://sleepbreakthrough.com/hyman" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BiOptimizers</a>, <a href="https://timelinenutrition.com/drhyman" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mitopure</a>, and <a href="https://joovv.com/farmacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Joovv</a>.</p><br><p>Skeletal muscle is the currency of healthy aging; it’s an essential lever in maintaining optimal metabolic health, reducing body fat, and supporting longevity. And a major piece of building and maintaining muscle is protein consumption. Today<em>, </em>I talk with Dr. Don Layman about the science of muscle mass, optimal protein requirements for chronic disease prevention, performance, and much more.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Dr. Layman is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Food Science &amp; Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He served on the faculty at the University of Illinois from 1977 - 2012. Dr. Layman earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in chemistry at Illinois State University and his doctorate in human nutrition and biochemistry at the University of Minnesota. He is recognized for research on protein and amino acids for muscle health related to athletic performance, obesity, diabetes, and cardiometabolic health. Dr. Layman is also a nutrition consultant to the food industry.</p><br><p>This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, BiOptimizers, Mitopure, and Joovv.</p><br><p>Rupa Health is a place where Functional Medicine practitioners can access more than 2,000 specialty lab tests. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&amp;A or create an account at <a href="http://rupahealth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RupaHealth.com</a>.</p><br><p>Get 10% off BiOptimizers' Sleep Breakthrough and get a free bottle of Magnesium Breakthrough when you buy two or more. This is a limited-time offer. Go to <a href="https://sleepbreakthroug