#299 ‒ Optimizing muscle protein synthesis: the crucial impact of protein quality and quantity, and the key role of resistance training | Luc van Loon, Ph.D.
This podcast episode explores the various aspects of skeletal muscle metabolism, including carbohydrate metabolism, intramuscular lipids, protein metabolism, and the impact of nutrition and exercise on muscle health. The speakers discuss the importance of understanding fuel selection during exercise, the role of intramuscular lipids in energy production, the significance of protein intake for muscle quality, the digestion and absorption of protein, and the effects of protein supplementation. They also delve into the factors influencing muscle protein synthesis and the optimal timing and distribution of protein intake. Additionally, the speakers address the impact of aging on muscle health and the importance of resistance training in preventing muscle loss. The episode concludes with a discussion on strategies for weight loss, the concept of anabolic resistance, and the potential benefits of collagen supplementation for muscle and connective tissue health.
