In this episode we speak with Dr. Donald K. Layman about the importance of muscle for healthy aging.

Dr. Layman is professor Emeritus in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Urbana-shampaign.

He is internationally recognized for his research about dietary protein and amino acids. Dr. Layman has extensive research focused on muscle development and in studies of metabolic regulation for obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

He is widely sought as a keynote speaker at professional meetings, medical conferences, and as a consultant to major food companies.

Learning Points:

• What is the function of protein?

• How much should we be aiming for daily and what is the ideal macro ratio?

• Why is it essential to develop and maintain muscle health as we age?

Social Media:

https://metabolictransformation.com/

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