Episode #246: Leveraging Essential Amino Acids for Muscle Growth, Preservation, and Vitality Across the Lifespan

Have you ever wondered what the key is to maintaining muscle mass and promoting health? In my latest podcast episode, I discuss the world of essential amino acids (EAAs) and their crucial role in building and preserving muscle, supporting vitality, and promoting overall health and longevity with Angelo Keely.   Our conversation goes over the fact that essential amino acids are not just building blocks for protein synthesis, but they also act as powerful signaling molecules that stimulate muscle growth and prevent breakdown. This means that consuming the right balance of EAAs can help you maintain muscle mass, reduce fatigue, and recover more efficiently from exercise or injury, regardless of your age. Angelo and I talk about the wide-ranging applications of EAAs, from the NASA protocol for preventing muscle loss in astronauts to the use of EAAs in clinical settings for injury recovery. You'll gain practical tips on optimizing your EAA intake, the best sources of EAAs, and how to incorporate them into your daily routine for maximum benefits.   Angelo Keely started Kion in 2017 in Boulder, Colorado, with the dream of building the healthiest, most inspiring work culture at the heart of a fast-growth, consumer products company that would be focused on motivating customers to go further on their personal health journey. The results have been astounding. Since 2017, Kion has developed many of the highest-possible quality supplements on the market and cultivated an incredibly passionate team.   Shop at www.getkion.com/longevity to get up to 20% off Kion Amino Acids   Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Quicksilver: Visit quicksilverscientific.com/nat and use code Nat for 10% off your first purchase of PushCatch® Liver Detox. Berkeley Life: Consumers may register and place an order using my code NIDDBL for 10% off at berkeleylife.com Mitopure: Use code NAT10 for 10% your order at https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop/nutrition  Find more from Angelo Keely:  Website: https://www.angelokeely.com/  Instagram: @angelokeely   Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ  Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community  Sign up for Nats Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/  Website: www.NatNiddam.com    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance  What We Discuss:  10:40 Understanding amino acids and protien 23:05 Digestibility of amino acids 26:49 Maximizing muscle protein synthesis 46:16 EAAs during exercise 51:19 EAAs for weight loss 53:12 Using essential amino acid supplements to support muscle health 55:08 Optimal timing for taking EAAs 01:03:32 How to find a good supplement   Key Takeaways: During exercise, essential amino acids are used up and need to be replenished to prevent muscle breakdown. In weight loss efforts, it is important to consume enough protein and essential amino acids to maintain muscle mass. Essential amino acid supplements can be a convenient way to ensure adequate intake and support muscle health. Essential amino acids promote muscle building and maintenance, making them beneficial for athletes and individuals of all ages.