Dr. Paul Anderson on Muscle as Medicine: Building Strength for Better Health

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Medicine and Health with Dr Paul

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385 episodes

7 months ago

This program opens up the sometimes mysterious world of healthcare and how doctors think in an effort to empower the listener to gain better access to effective health care. Discussions are topical and aim to give the listener deeper understanding. The overall goals are knowledge and empowerment around healthcare for you and your loved one

Dr. Anderson is a recognized educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine with a focus on complex infectious, chronic and oncologic illness. In addition to three decades clinical experience he also was head of the interventional arm of a US-NIH funded human research trial using IV Vitamin C and other therapies in cancer patients. He founded Advanced Medical Therapies in Seattle, Washington, a clinic focusing on the care of patients with cancer and chronic diseases.

He is co-author of the Hay House book “Outside the Box Cancer Therapies” with Dr. Mark Stengler as well as a co-author with Jack Canfield in the anthology “Success Breakthroughs” and the upcoming Lioncrest Publishing book “Cancer… Living your Life while you Have it.”. He is a frequent CME speaker and writer and has extended his educational outreach through his CE website www.ConsultDrAnderson.com - Former positions include professor of Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine at Bastyr University and Chief of IV Services for Bastyr Oncology Research Center.

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Dr. Paul Anderson on Muscle as Medicine: Building Strength for Better Health

Medicine and Health with Dr Paul

13 minutes

1 year ago

Dr. Paul Anderson on Muscle as Medicine: Building Strength for Better Health

In this episode, Dr. Paul Anderson delves into the concept of "Muscle as Medicine," highlighting the critical role that building and maintaining muscle mass plays in overall health. He covers:

Health Benefits of Muscle: Understanding how strong muscles contribute to improved metabolism, better balance and coordination, enhanced joint health, and reduced risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and osteoporosis.
Types of Muscle-Building Exercises: Overview of effective exercises for building muscle, including resistance training, weight lifting, bodyweight exercises, and functional movements.
Exercise Guidelines: Recommendations for frequency, intensity, and duration of strength-training sessions tailored to different fitness levels and health goals.
Nutrition for Muscle Health: Importance of a balanced diet rich in protein, essential amino acids, and other nutrients that support muscle growth and recovery. Tips on meal planning and supplementation.
Recovery and Rest: The role of adequate rest and recovery in muscle development, including sleep, hydration, and active recovery techniques.
Muscle and Aging: How maintaining muscle mass can combat the natural loss of muscle that occurs with aging, helping to preserve mobility and independence.
Holistic Health: Integrating muscle-building activities with other healthy lifestyle practices such as cardiovascular exercise, stress management, and proper nutrition for comprehensive health benefits.
Personalized Approaches: How to create a customized muscle-building program that aligns with individual health status, fitness level, and personal goals.

Dr. Anderson provides valuable insights and practical advice on how to harness the power of muscle-building activities to improve overall health, emphasizing the idea that strong muscles are foundational to a healthy, active life.