Season 5 Episode 4 of Quiet the Diet Podcast with Michelle Shapiro, RD and Angelo Keely
How Protein and Amino Acids Drive Your Health with Angelo Keely, Founder of Kion
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Did you know that not all proteins are created equal, and that amino acids just might be the major game-changer when it comes to your diet?
In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle sits down with Angelo Keely, founder of Kion, to explore the essential role that protein and amino acids play in human health, with an emphasis on optimizing protein intake for muscle maintenance, weight loss, and overall vitality.
Tune in to hear:
- The basics of proteins and amino acids, and their critical roles in the body
- Protein’s unique role in the body, serving as the building material for tissues, organs, and muscles, making it essential for life
- How proteins in the body constantly break down and need to be rebuilt, and the importance of dietary protein
- How protein influences fat loss, muscle preservation, and the challenges of maintaining lean muscle during caloric deficits
- The increased difficulty of maintaining and building muscles as we age, and the importance of protein intake in this process
- Maintaining lean muscle is crucial for metabolic health, activity levels, and even survival during illness or aging
- The difference between essential and non-essential amino acids, and their specific roles in protein synthesis
- The difficulty of meeting essential amino acid needs on a vegan diet and the importance of thoughtful supplementation
- General guidelines of 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight for those seeking to optimize health, performance, or muscle maintenance
- Why plant proteins are less digestible and how this affects amino acid availability
- How essential amino acid supplements are more effective than protein powders or whole foods in stimulating protein synthesis, especially as we age
- Recommendations on incorporating protein and amino acid supplements into daily routines for maximum benefit
- What to look for with picking a protein or essential amino acid supplement
This episode is sponsored by Kion. Try Kion Aminos and get 20% off your first order here: https://www.getkion.com/quiet
Connect with Angelo Keely:
Website: https://www.angelokeely.com/
Kion: https://www.getkion.com/
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