Unlocking the Fountain of Youth: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon's Guide to Building Muscle for Optimal Aging

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a physician specializing in geriatrics and nutritional sciences, emphasizes the importance of building and maintaining healthy muscle mass for overall health and aging well. She argues that muscle health should be monitored alongside vital signs during doctor visits. Lyon suggests that most people are not getting enough protein, and recommends consuming between 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily. She also encourages women, especially during menopause, to prioritize strength training to prevent muscle loss and maintain body composition. Lyon provides practical tips for tracking protein intake and starting a strength-training program, emphasizing that muscle is the organ of longevity and developing strength leads to physical and mental resilience.