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The Vital Role of Muscle Health: Longevity, Exercise, and Optimal Protein Nutrition

  The Vital Role of Muscle Health: Longevity, Exercise, and Optimal Protein Nutrition Most people think muscles are just for looking good at the beach or lifting heavy boxes. They see the gym as a place for vanity or sports performance. But skeletal muscle is actually one of the most important organs in your body. Paul Smith Johnson, head of product innovation at My Protein, recently sat down with Professor Lee Breen to talk about this. Professor Breen is a muscle physiology expert at the University of Leicester who studies how muscle changes as we age. The Multifaceted Importance of Skeletal Muscle for Overall Health Skeletal muscle is so large that some scientists argue it is the biggest organ in the human body, rivaling the skin. Its job goes far beyond moving your arms and legs. Professor Breen explains that muscle acts as an endocrine organ. This means it releases chemicals and signals that talk to other parts of your body. When you exercise, your muscles release factors t...

The Definitive Guide to a Balanced Diet: Moving Beyond Generic Guidelines

  The Definitive Guide to a Balanced Diet: Moving Beyond Generic Guidelines Your food choices do more than just fill your stomach. They dictate how you feel when you wake up, how your brain functions at work, and how your muscles recover after a hard workout. For athletes, getting this balance right is the difference between hitting a plateau and hitting a new personal best. Many people think they need a restrictive diet to see results, but you can reach your goals without cutting out entire food groups. Deconstructing "Balanced Diet": Popular International Frameworks The term "balanced diet" means something different to everyone. Depending on who you ask, you might hear that carbs are the enemy or that fats are the most important part of a meal. Because there is so much noise, it helps to look at how different countries define healthy eating. The UK Eatwell Guide: Structure and Recommendations The UK uses the Eatwell Guide to show people how to eat. This model...