Dr. Gabrielle Lyon | Why You’re Not Eating Enough Protein

Protein isn’t just important—it’s essential for health and longevity. In this episode, Don Saladino sits down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, founder of Muscle-Centric Medicine, to ask why people aren’t eating enough of it. Together, they challenge outdated nutrition guidelines, the vilification of red meat, and the billion-dollar marketing machine behind processed “plant-based” foods. Dr. Lyon explains why muscle is far more than aesthetics—it’s the key to longevity, metabolic health, and mental resilience. If you want a no-nonsense look at what it really takes to build a strong, healthy body for life, this conversation is a must-listen.

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00:00 Sponsor
01:44 Intro to Episode
03:00 Meet Dr. Gabrielle Lyon: A Journey in Functional Medicine
06:02 The Role of Protein in Nutrition
09:00 Navigating the Landscape of Nutrition Information
11:45 The RDA and Protein Recommendations
15:07 The Debate on Animal vs. Plant Based Proteins
18:04 Understanding Protein Needs in the Population
21:01 The Impact of Marketing on Food Choices
23:56 Preparing for Life: Nutrition and Longevity
27:03 What Should Your Diet Look Like
32:01 Politics of Food and How Food is Weaponized
35:20 The Role of Nutrition in Children
42:37 Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Tried a Vegan Diet - This is What Happened
45:47 Rethinking Body Fat Percentage and Muscle Quality
47:44 Strength Training: A Foundation for Life
55:34 The Disease of Comfort
57:42 Lessons from the Elderly
59:17 Call In Q&A