Plant Proof - Plant Based Nutrition & Inspirational Stories

Episode #296. Looking to lose weight and gain muscle with science-backed insights? Tune in to this conversation with nutrition researcher Alan Aragon to unpack the nuances of achieving optimal body composition. You'll gain a deeper understanding of how to effectively use nutrition – balancing calories, protein, fats, carbohydrates, and even alcohol – to enhance your physique. Discover the crucial role of resistance training, the importance of supplementation, and the myths around fasting and keto diets in muscle building and weight loss. Alan's expertise will empower you with practical, science-backed strategies for sustainable body composition changes, whether you're looking to lose weight, build muscle, or both. Specifically, we discuss: Introduction to Body Composition and Fitness Science (00:00) How Alan Aragon's Passion for Fitness Shapes His Evidence-Based Approach (3:34) Debunking the Anabolic Window: Fact or Fiction? (7:32) Impact of Meal Timing on Body Composition: A Scientific Analysis (12:28)