How Gut Health Affects Muscle Mass: A Masterclass on Digestion with Wade Lightheart

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Wade Lightheart delves into the intricate details of digestion, particularly in midlife, and the significance of magnesium in ensuring optimal health. Wade systematically outlines the five stages of digestion, underscoring the crucial role of enzymes, hydrochloric acid, and probiotics in efficiently processing protein. He emphasizes the impact of hormonal fluctuations during midlife on digestion and overall well-being, and proposes practical strategies, including the use of proteolytic enzymes and probiotics, to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort commonly associated with high-protein diets. Discount: https://bioptimizers.com/better and use code BETTER to save 10%.

Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(4:00) Digestion and Healthspan
(5:00) Optimizing Digestion for Health and Aesthetics
(18:00) Optimizing Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics
(29:00) Enzymes and Probiotics for Muscle
(44:00) Optimizing Digestion for Bodybuilders
(49:00) The Importance of Magnesium in Health
(1:02:00) Magnesium Varieties and Bioavailability
(1:09:00) Magnesium and Manganese Supplementation Benefits
(1:13:00) Competing and Growth in Fitness

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