A Masterclass in Flexible Dieting, Protein & Nutrition with Alan Aragon

In this special re-release, Dr. Stephanie dives deep into Alan's wealth of knowledge, exploring his influential work and notable clients. Alan shares his contributions to scientific literature, from popular magazines to peer-reviewed journals. Alan doesn't just stop at research; he brings his expertise to the field, designing programs for recreational enthusiasts, professional athletes, and everyday individuals striving to be their best.In this episode, Alan and Dr. Stephanie give you a masterclass on protein - from protein timing to optimizing muscle mass, they cover it all. Explore the anabolic window, delve into the world of plant versus animal proteins, and brace yourself for some controversial gems revealed towards the end of the conversation.Resources mentioned in the episode:Alan's AARR Research Review - https://alanaragon.com/aarr/Alan’s Book “Flexible Dieting” - https://alanaragon.com/books/Study: How much protein in a single meal can be used for muscle building - https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-018-0215-1Study: Animal vs Plant Protein - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36822394/Quorn Protein - https://www.quorn.us/mycoproteinStudy: SWAP MEAT - https://med.stanford.edu/nutrition/research/completed-studies/SWAPMEATstudy.htmlEpisode Overview:0:00 Intro2:55 The Importance of Flexible Thinking in Nutrition6:24 Understanding What Flexible Dieting Really Means14:21 Alan's Position on Nutrient Timing15:35 The RDA has not been changed since 1980.27:15 Loss of Muscle Mass: The Beginning of the End30:57 Protein Intake for General Population: 1.2-1.6 grams per kilogram?35:22 Protein per Meal Concern for the Elderly38:21 The Importance of Protein for Women's Muscle Mass42:16 The Role of Pre-Bed Protein in Muscle Protein Synthesis49:03 Fasting and Autophagy: Understanding the Basics1:00:15 Glycogen Resynthesis and the Importance of Carbohydrate Intake1:03:43 The Theory of the Post-Exercise Anabolic Window1:07:28 Doubts About the Importance of the Anabolic Window and Focus on Nutrient Availability1:12:07 Post-Workout Shake vs Regularly Scheduled Meals1:16:44 Timing and Loading Phase of Creatine Supplementation1:20:33 Simon's Tree-Jacked Hippie Persona1:24:50 Confounding Variation Due to Responders and Non-Responders1:28:14 Study Limitations: Specific Protein Type and Training Status1:31:30 Considering Long-Term Health and Nutritional Factors1:32:51 Concerns About Long-Term Vegetarian/Vegan Diets and Nutrition Deficiencies1:37:25 The Reality of Some People Exiting Veganism for Health ReasonsWe are grateful to our sponsors:ApolloTo get better HRV and improve your deep sleep, head on over to https://apolloneuro.com/better and use code BETTER at checkout to get $50 off at checkout.EquipHave fun hitting your protein goals with grass-fed beef isolate from Equip. Head on over to https://equipfoods.com/better and use code BETTER at checkout, which is going to give you 20% off of your entire cart.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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