Why Muscle is Your Most Important Organ | Alexis Cowan PhD

Dr. Alexis Cowan is a Princeton-trained PhD in molecular biology who operates at the interface of physiology, metabolism, and nutrition. Here, she specializes in the design and implementation of targeted dietary and lifestyle protocols in areas including gut health, fat loss, metabolic flexibility, and cognition. Dr. Cowan works with medical professionals and coaches looking to expand their repertoire of evidence-informed approaches, as well as high-performing individuals seeking to optimize their health and performance.

In this episode we discuss:
- What is muscle-centric medicine?
- Are low carb diets safe?
- The ideal meal and supplementation plan.
- Which biomarkers and data should you worry about?

00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:26 Muscle Centric Medicine
00:04:33 What is Skeletal Muscle?
00:05:53 Why Muscle Matters
00:08:50 Issues With Obesity
00:12:44 Insulin Resistance
00:27:00 Do You Have Insulin Resistance or Prediabetes?
00:30:12 Skeletal Muscles, Training
00:31:54 Muscle Fiber Types
00:42:35 Supplement Recommendations
00:47:38 Exercise Plans for Beginners
01:03:05 Skeletal Muscle Health Overview

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