Plant Proof - Plant Based Nutrition & Inspirational Stories

In today’s episode of The Proof, we dissect a video featuring Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discussing protein sources and the importance of leucine for muscle building. I break down her claims, compare animal and plant protein sources, and explore the latest research on muscle protein synthesis and long-term health outcomes. Introduction (00:00) Dr. Lyon's Argument: Animal vs. Plant Protein (00:17) Critiquing Dr. Lyon's Protein Source Comparisons (01:14) Evaluating the Leucine Threshold Hypothesis (03:13) Plant-Based Protein Sources: A Deeper Look (06:30) Scientific Studies on Protein and Muscle Growth (15:40) Conclusion (25:17) Key Discussion Points: Dr. Lyon’s Claims Comparing Protein Sources The Leucine Threshold Debate Beyond Muscle Protein Synthesis Plus, if you watch/listen all the way to the end I share a fun personal story about my 90-year-old grandma who took up walking 10km a day! Enjoy, Simon Want to support the show? The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offere