On this episode of Health Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Gabrielle Lyon explains why muscle should be viewed as a vital organ which protects against everything from Alzheimer’s to COVID-19. She discusses the optimal high-protein diet, strongly advocates that everyone engage in resistance training, and explains why people should focus on gaining muscle instead of focusing on losing fat. Check out Gabrielle's online course to learn more: https://muscle-centric.lpages.co/muscle-centric-event/ This episode is brought to you by: Butcher Box: Go to ButcherBox.com/IMPACT to reserve your spot on their waitlist. You’ll get an email when they’re ready to take your order. NETGEAR: Learn more about Orbi WiFi 6 at netgear.com/bestwifi SHOW NOTES: Gabrielle explains what “muscle-centric medicine” is [1:09]Why you should focus on building muscle instead of focusing on losing fat [2:14] Gabrielle explains the function of muscle as an organ [5:14] The more muscle you have, the more likely you are to live [8:57] Gabrielle explains why she prioritizes changing diet versus changing exercise patterns [12:19] Eat high quality protein, which means eating animal protein [15:32] Gabrielle discusses the importance of getting your first meal right [22:34] Gabrielle explains why she eats carbohydrates later in the day [25:00] Gabrielle describes the herbs she uses to improve her health [27:07] Gabrielle started muscle-centric medicine because of her work with palliative care [30:13] Gabrielle explains why lack of muscle leads to dementia and inflammation [34:43] Diseases of obesity are not diseases of “over-fat”. They are “under-muscle”. [36:53] Gabrielle defines how much protein you should eat given how much you weigh [41:05] Gabrielle says the number one thing people should do is eat more red meat [44:22] FOLLOW GABRIELLE: WEBSITE: https://drgabriellelyon.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/drgabriellelyon Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJazSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices