The MOST Important Factors in Building Muscle-Beyond Dietary Protein

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  • @Drberg
    @Drberg  Рік тому +30

    Sign up for a 7-Day Free Trial of Dr. Berg's Healthy Keto & Intermittent Fasting Membership here: drbrg.co/member

    • @MrTraveller.
      @MrTraveller. Рік тому +2

      Thank you for this information ℹ️ doctor

    • @justenjack
      @justenjack 7 місяців тому

      As far as lean protein (animal), I eat a lot of venison. So what can I do in order to add or make that better digestible.

  • @GymGarageMan
    @GymGarageMan Рік тому +413

    Was told I was too old in 40s started training in crumbling garage lifting rocks doing PUSH UPS on paint cans pull UPS on beams got ripped at 52 years old!!!

    • @charliehaven8517
      @charliehaven8517 Рік тому +28

      Just checked your channel garageman BRUTAL keep it up grandpa 🔥

    • @Laffy1345
      @Laffy1345 Рік тому +33

      I was in Iraq at 44-45 years old best shape of my life, oldest in my platoon. I'm 62, this old man can still crank out 75 pushups a day

    • @3DIVI6NE9
      @3DIVI6NE9 Рік тому +2

      💥💥🔥🎉

    • @LEE-BX5VC
      @LEE-BX5VC Рік тому +6

      Congratulations

    • @t.g.5797
      @t.g.5797 Рік тому +3

      Good for u!

  • @fidelcatsro6948
    @fidelcatsro6948 Рік тому +446

    Moderate protein : 1.2 to 1.7 grams per kilogram of lean body mass.
    High protein : 2 grams per kilogram of lean body mass.
    Factors that influence the production of muscle protein:
    1. Insulin resistance
    What to do:
    • Get on a low-carb diet (Healthy Keto®)
    • Do intermittent fasting
    2. Growth hormone
    What to do:
    • Intense exercise
    • Get plenty of sleep
    • Do intermittent fasting
    3. Testosterone
    What to do:
    • Consume zinc (red meat, shellfish, seafood)
    • Avoid refined carbs and sugar
    • Lower your stress
    • Avoid soy protein isolates, soy milk, beer, and alcohol
    4. Stress
    What to do:
    • Take a look at my other videos on how to lower stress
    5. The microbiome
    What to do:
    • Consume probiotic foods
    6. Low stomach acid
    What to do:
    • Take betaine hydrochloride
    7. Low enzymes in the pancreas or small intestine
    What to do:
    • Consume enzyme-rich foods
    • Take an amino acid supplement
    8. Lean protein
    What to do:
    • Consume fattier protein sources
    Thank you Dr Berg!!🐱👍🏿

  • @JennWatson
    @JennWatson 6 місяців тому +31

    Muscle is ageless-
    I found this out at age 63 when I started walking my dogs 2 miles every morning a year ago and now my legs look muscular and athletic!
    Thanks Dr Berg!

    • @Trollollolollol
      @Trollollolollol 6 місяців тому +2

      Walking is not exercising and I highly doubt your legs look muscular from it, muscle hypertrophy comes from resistance training

    • @JennWatson
      @JennWatson 6 місяців тому +5

      @@Trollollolollol
      your screen name tells me everything
      I walk with ankle weights uphill as fast as I can.

    • @archygrey9093
      @archygrey9093 6 місяців тому +3

      Apparently keeping muscle in old age isn't too hard, but gaining it back after losing it is

    • @jonniestevenslok
      @jonniestevenslok 6 місяців тому +2

      @@JennWatson You are not muscular from walking lol. Maybe when you stop lying to yourself in the mirror you can try some squats to gain muscle

    • @jasonamosco318
      @jasonamosco318 Місяць тому

      It depends on genetics lol.

  • @MassGainingGuy
    @MassGainingGuy Рік тому +679

    As a 47 year old man, my testosterone levels are 398 and I'm still building muscle and look better than 95% of people in any gym! Stay fit guys!

    • @joeydonnini1816
      @joeydonnini1816 Рік тому +25

      That's awesome! I'm 56 and and love lifting weights, stupid question: what's the best way to measure your T levels?

    • @MassGainingGuy
      @MassGainingGuy Рік тому +30

      @@joeydonnini1816 You have to get a blood test to measure your testosterone levels.

    • @joeydonnini1816
      @joeydonnini1816 Рік тому +9

      @@MassGainingGuy Thanks!

    • @MassGainingGuy
      @MassGainingGuy Рік тому +48

      @@joeydonnini1816 No such thing as a stupid question. Wishing you much success in your fitness journey.

    • @ivanr4300
      @ivanr4300 Рік тому +4

      Are you on TRT?

  • @bluhue123
    @bluhue123 Рік тому +228

    Dr Berg and Dr Jason Fung are my two favorite doctors regarding keto diet and intermittent fasting. They have no idea how much they've been helping me over the years. So a huge thank you to both of them.

    • @ketotrucker6262
      @ketotrucker6262 Рік тому +5

      Same here ❤.

    • @lindapietrasz8070
      @lindapietrasz8070 Рік тому +17

      ​@@jcrosby4804 There's that green color again. He's a well-educated *DOCTOR* of chiropractics and has also gone above that and self- educated himself as well.

    • @bluhue123
      @bluhue123 Рік тому +11

      @@jcrosby4804 FYI, Dr. Fung is an MD

    • @-.Steven
      @-.Steven Рік тому +11

      @@jcrosby4804 Yes, we know. That means they know more than any MD about health and nutrition. I think the typical med school spends maybe, a short afternoon discussing nutrition. But they are funded by big fParma, so legal drug pushing is their cash cow.

    • @BegodeEx30
      @BegodeEx30 Рік тому

      ​@JC "Medical" doctors are professionals in doling out medications, which half don't work & most of the other half have a long list of side effects that typically lead to needing more medications.
      Everyone don't seek "medical" doctors because some of us understand the drugs they push isn't always necessary & there many natural remedies that are far more better.
      People in white coats & paper showing they attended & completed some higher learning institution are not gods nor do they know everything.

  • @johnsmith-ek8br
    @johnsmith-ek8br Рік тому +181

    When I was fasting for 20 hours and eating in a 4 hour window between 2pm -6pm my go to meal was 8 scrambled eggs , 6 bacon rashers , a pile of wilted baby spinach, sauerkraut, kimchi , African artichokes and a whole avocado. I ate that at 2 and then again at 6 pm . Never felt so good and the whites of my eyes were so white.

    • @japanluv
      @japanluv Рік тому +4

      Not going to the gym yet but I am eating in a 4 hour window, unfortunately is one big meal usually take away:/ I might try your meal. Were you making that twice in that 4 hour window?

    • @eivindgjengstjohansen9625
      @eivindgjengstjohansen9625 Рік тому +10

      ​@@japanluv you should eat brown rice, break beans and chicken breast then later eat scrambled eggs and bacon two large meals

    • @johnsmith-ek8br
      @johnsmith-ek8br Рік тому +4

      2pm and 6pm but each individual responds differently so just experiment a little

    • @AI67890_
      @AI67890_ Рік тому +18

      @@eivindgjengstjohansen9625 do not do this. Brown rice is so bad for you

    • @eivindgjengstjohansen9625
      @eivindgjengstjohansen9625 Рік тому +5

      @@AI67890_ carbs are bad thats why i love keto

  • @M4PAT
    @M4PAT Рік тому +95

    im 39 y.o and been taking around 180g of protein per day, exercising in the gym mon-sat and doing Hiit cardio 3x per week. Lost 21 lbs since march and have gotten much more muscular and lean. Im also taking creatine. Did full blood work 3 days ago and got results today. Triglycerides, cholesterol, liver enzymes have all plummeted down to healthy levels. Exercise and eat a good diet folks

    • @amardeeplimbu6938
      @amardeeplimbu6938 Рік тому +3

      How do you consume 180 gm of protein ? I mean if you can segregate the sources in percentage. Natural sources vs refined sources such as protein powder.

    • @M4PAT
      @M4PAT Рік тому

      Both with red meat and i was also taking like 3 shakes a day(around 48 grams each) it got me lean as hell man, my cholesterol and lipids dropped big time as well as my liver enzymes. @@amardeeplimbu6938

    • @WsupMyWigga
      @WsupMyWigga 9 місяців тому +1

      Im 38 y.o. and lost 55lbs and i still have a gut! It is extremely frustrating! Damn body took the fat from my legs and arms but left me a nice muffin top with the spare tire look. So i went from a fat guy to now a skinny fat guy.

    • @thalmoragent9344
      @thalmoragent9344 8 місяців тому +2

      ​@jamesa8496
      Skinny fat is the worse 😅 I'm young and improving, but MAN it's rough

    • @wajahathussain7955
      @wajahathussain7955 14 днів тому

      Serum creatinine level?

  • @supagreatman2826
    @supagreatman2826 Рік тому +204

    To whoever is reading this keep going,you're doing fine! No matter how slow your progress each new week is filled with tiny steps forward. Be proud of yourself you got this!

    • @masonmurphy4978
      @masonmurphy4978 Рік тому +5

      YES!

    • @sandrasatterfield4432
      @sandrasatterfield4432 Рік тому +4

      Thanks! I needed that 😊

    • @atifalishaikh7474
      @atifalishaikh7474 Рік тому +1

      I want to gain muscles...i'm really skinny.... i eat 2 times...what diet plan would you suggest?
      egg, chicken, banana shake...what you advice?

    • @Jennifer-gr7hn
      @Jennifer-gr7hn 14 днів тому

      @@atifalishaikh7474 you may need fat - are you anorexic?

  • @amirmirza811
    @amirmirza811 Рік тому +187

    Just after watching this video, my biceps increased two inches.

    • @sel600
      @sel600 Рік тому

      Should make a video about dicks

    • @rks2481
      @rks2481 Рік тому +17

      Wow😂 that's inflammation

    • @YugrajSingh-sf3rt
      @YugrajSingh-sf3rt Рік тому +4

      ​@@rks2481 😂😂😂

    • @jaybee1597
      @jaybee1597 6 місяців тому +4

      I better watch it again! 🤓

    • @junkyard-p1s
      @junkyard-p1s 6 місяців тому +1

      Steroids💉🤦‍♂️

  • @felledone
    @felledone Рік тому +108

    Thank you Dr.Berg. I started my keto journey in November of 2022. I lost nearly all of my stomach fat(my stomach looks like a deflated balloon now). Now I'm working on rebuilding myself physically. Phase two rebuilding lost muscle and getting even stronger. Thank you for your guidance. The journey continues.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому +22

      That's great - keep up the good work!

    • @alycep.5886
      @alycep.5886 Рік тому +6

      Love when the belly goes! Congrats.

    • @BasedInBrazil
      @BasedInBrazil Рік тому

      Wrong you should have focused on muscle retention from the start. Now you'll have skinny fat like your typical millennial soy boy.

    • @franklinkeeley2327
      @franklinkeeley2327 Рік тому +1

      ​@@Drberg hey doc, please remind me of how much protein is in a whole egg. Thanks

    • @franklinkeeley2327
      @franklinkeeley2327 Рік тому +1

      @@m.b.593 thank you

  • @matthewgraham2546
    @matthewgraham2546 6 місяців тому +22

    Dr. Berg, I am 71 years old and have been in the gym the day I turned 40, mid life thing i guess. I'm 5'8" 155 pounds at the time ,started taking high calorie mass gainer and went to 183 pounds in a year. Saw myself in a video and realized my face and stomach were fat, I stopped that day. I went back to 155 pounds in 3 months, I kid you not and guess what, I was still lifting just as heavy weight. At 70 I also added wind sprints 2 days a week, only about 30 yards I was a sprinter in school. In February I thought I pulled a muscle in my back which I have never done, It was multiple myeloma and my back was fractured. The surgeons and others told me because I was in good shape helped me a lot, my A1c was 5.1 and weight 153 pounds. The reason for this long story is for the other old guys like me, stay in shape for yourself and your family you owe it to both. BTW I run on a soccer field barefoot, if you run sprints you will fall with shoes on at our age. Thanks for the video.

    • @cowayofficial
      @cowayofficial 6 місяців тому +4

      gainer contain maltodextrin..its not good for you sir :(

  • @xCharLiiie
    @xCharLiiie Рік тому +55

    I am gaslighted. The fact that I watch bodybuilding videos mainly "educational" ones for years now and NEVER heard anyone talking about eating (x amount) of protein NOT in relation to your overall weight but to your lean body mass is absolutely crazy. As an overweight person it makes so much more sense now. Thank you so much!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому +11

      You're welcome. Thanks for watching the video!

    • @adbolj6315
      @adbolj6315 Рік тому +1

      The same applies to calories?

    • @petrkutacek9401
      @petrkutacek9401 Рік тому +1

      Amazing dr. Berg. Thanks 🇨🇿

  • @truepatriots3860
    @truepatriots3860 Рік тому +15

    Good morning everyone have a Blessed Day .

  • @MarkNelson-j8x
    @MarkNelson-j8x Місяць тому

    I turn 55 this year. I started following Dr. Bergs's advice, as did my 21-year-old daughter. Cleaner skin, weight loss, energy, gut health... All better. I'm in size 30 pants for the first time since 1982. Thanks for truth!

  • @yankeerose9011
    @yankeerose9011 Рік тому +57

    Keto, fasting, exercise, sleep, less stress, vitamins and Dr. Berg videos. Blessings to all ❤✝️

    • @bloodeagle2945
      @bloodeagle2945 Рік тому +3

      Don't forget 1 liter of coke per day

    • @yankeerose9011
      @yankeerose9011 Рік тому +5

      ​@@bloodeagle2945 or beer 🍻❤🥰

    • @jesuschristislord77733
      @jesuschristislord77733 Рік тому +1

      Ok, Yankee.

    • @godnyx117
      @godnyx117 Рік тому +3

      YOU SLEEP???? Damn girl!!! I have heard a lot about sleeping! What's your experience? I'm thinking of trying it!

    • @yankeerose9011
      @yankeerose9011 Рік тому +6

      ​@@godnyx117 8-10 hours a night 😴🌌

  • @joeshmoe9978
    @joeshmoe9978 Рік тому +27

    Thanks for so much information, without all of the time wasting fluff that other channels add just to make a 10 minute video. 👍 🎥

  • @floridaoutdooradventures8981
    @floridaoutdooradventures8981 Рік тому +8

    I would recommend a glass of water with one tablespoon of unfiltered apple cider vinegar 30 minutes before your meal. You will digest your food and especially protein better.

  • @WarriorsPhoto
    @WarriorsPhoto Рік тому +37

    I'm not actively trying to build muscle.
    I'm actively trying to keep myself lean and fit for mobility reasons.
    Your tips are helping and I appreciate this insight. I don't like protein powders and bars too much. They're a wonderful snack. But real meals make a world of difference. 🎉😊

    • @mikelarry2602
      @mikelarry2602 Рік тому +5

      Muscle helps with mobility.

    • @Omars17
      @Omars17 Рік тому +1

      ​@@mikelarry2602 mobility specific training

    • @TheoOJamaloO1
      @TheoOJamaloO1 Рік тому +1

      ​@@mikelarry2602too much muscle won't

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому

      Can someone please tell me how exactly insulin is anabolic? What does it do for protein in relation to the muscles???

  • @AdamScottfit
    @AdamScottfit Рік тому +13

    5:31 in the research, 2 meals a day has been shown to be less effective than 3 meals in terms of its muscle building capabilities. You do have some solid points about people placing too much emphasis on protein, but that's usually at the expense of carbs. It really does depend on someone's overall health as to what route they go down.

  • @KungFuChess
    @KungFuChess Рік тому +15

    Going heavier on the carbs I found really helps if youre strength training.

    • @smm7540
      @smm7540 Рік тому +3

      I hate carbs

    • @ClayTallStories
      @ClayTallStories Рік тому

      Me to

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому

      Can someone please tell me how exactly insulin is anabolic? What does it do for protein in relation to the muscles???

  • @top6ear
    @top6ear Рік тому +35

    Hey Doc, your advice for taking omega 3 to balance omega 6 was spot on, unbelievable.

    • @manzoor2378
      @manzoor2378 Рік тому +3

      What your benefits?

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому +1

      Could you explain why omega 3a were good and are good? What dis they do for you?

  • @nostalgia9800
    @nostalgia9800 Рік тому +11

    Good morning Dr. Berg! Have a wonderful day. May God bless you.

    • @yankeerose9011
      @yankeerose9011 Рік тому +4

      ​@@anttikarhu22 God is the maker of Heaven and earth, everything seen and unseen. Believe and have everlasting life, Amen. ✝️❤

  • @booswalia
    @booswalia Рік тому +28

    I wish Dr. Berg would do a show on people with a fast metabolism. He mentioned it here for a brief moment but I want more info. Nobody ever talks about underweight people.

    • @censorshipBS
      @censorshipBS Рік тому

      Eat more food
      Your body type is the easiest to cure you just need to eat more and more often

    • @monokumannius4522
      @monokumannius4522 Рік тому +2

      Dial down your thyroid hormone with proper food type. Dont just eat more. That doesnt work well if you dont properly maintain your hormone to an optimal level

    • @gskyle4822
      @gskyle4822 Рік тому +2

      Dr Berg himself is very thin. I don't think he has a fast metabolism though.

    • @censorshipBS
      @censorshipBS Рік тому +1

      @Helene Vion i was taking it for granted he was already doing that. My mistake, i usually comment on bodybuilding podcasts 🙂

    • @daleval2182
      @daleval2182 Рік тому

      Make sure your protein goes off the plate first ,up the healthy fats, and if you eat dairy use pure creme , Goat or sheep cheese, if you need to gain maybe skip breakfast , eat later in day, have healthy fats before bed

  • @mizp1111
    @mizp1111 Рік тому +9

    Dr Berg, I just read your book “The Healthy Keto Plan”. I was stunned to finally learn why my health journey had been stymied for years and what I really need to do. God Bless you for writing this book.

  • @howiewill
    @howiewill Рік тому +146

    I’ve tried protein powders before while working out. I tend to gain the wrong kind of weight with them. Eating the right foods don’t need the powders usually. Thx Dr. Berg!

    • @bloodeagle2945
      @bloodeagle2945 Рік тому +5

      Do you include peanut butter/nuts?

    • @brucejensen3081
      @brucejensen3081 Рік тому +14

      Whey protein is the preferred protein for your gut bacteria. Some is good

    • @SupermanOG
      @SupermanOG Рік тому +22

      That’s because protein powder is just a source of protein. It doesn’t have any inherent magical muscle building property, it’s taken more for convenience and a top up because you can’t always eat 10 chicken breasts per day.
      You will equally pile on weight if you’re having plenty of “right foods” in excess but not appropriately working out, amongst all the factors being to be in tune in the video above.

    • @VelixEdits
      @VelixEdits Рік тому +6

      You're still eating too many calories or not working out hard enough

    • @engineeredtruths8935
      @engineeredtruths8935 Рік тому +6

      If you're gaining weight from protein you must lower the caloric intake..... losing weight is literally just calories in calories out. Cut calories, you're probably not counting them right.

  • @adilduredoran2477
    @adilduredoran2477 Рік тому +7

    Another awesome information from Dr Berg . I now understood the intake of protein vs excercise. Dr Berg should be invited to World health organization and given better job . He talks with so much sense . Thanks again for helping people around the globe . Regards from Australia

  • @rangerwhite5165
    @rangerwhite5165 Рік тому +7

    I'd also add, little or zero alcohol. It makes a massive difference to your protein synthesis, mood and hydration in the gym.

  • @justarandommusicchannel1394
    @justarandommusicchannel1394 Рік тому +2

    Have watched a lot of videos by you, Dr Ekberg and my personal favourite Dr Pradip Jamnadas....just opened this video to see if I'm doing everything right and I am😁

    • @SpamMouse
      @SpamMouse Рік тому

      Indeed, wish he would post more often. 👍

  • @ketotrucker6262
    @ketotrucker6262 Рік тому +7

    This Dr.Berg guy, how does he ALWAYS know what I need. Thank you so much ❤🙂

  • @jasonohara8240
    @jasonohara8240 Рік тому +10

    I lost 60lbs. in one year using Dr.Bergs advice. I’ve been able to lean out and build muscle with ease. I train fasted every morning, and have gotten the best results (personally) from two meals a day. Thank you Dr.Berg, and God Bless!

  • @LoopiOG
    @LoopiOG Рік тому +12

    Thank you Dr Berg you’re the best! You’ve changed my life!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому +4

      My pleasure! Glad to help!

  • @whiteknucklestormchasing
    @whiteknucklestormchasing Рік тому +2

    I'm the typical hardgainer. Forty yrs old, with a fast metabolism. Please speak to the importance of carbs for my body type to grow muscle.

  • @thixuanlevu9694
    @thixuanlevu9694 Рік тому +21

    Very informative, very useful and easy to understand.All my family focus on your video .Thank you so much Doctor Eric Berg ❤🙏👍

  • @kazuyamishima1573
    @kazuyamishima1573 Рік тому +1

    your voice is so soothing..all that i learned about nutrition i have learned watching you..
    ty for everything

  • @GioDraft
    @GioDraft Рік тому +11

    Thankful for the great information, please keep doing this 👏

  • @juliorico9797
    @juliorico9797 Рік тому +2

    Dr.erik berg I know this is not part of the video.Sometimes when I wake up I do a lot of yawning I don't know if this has to do with me having anxiety.if this is not normal let me know

  • @eflint1
    @eflint1 Рік тому +4

    I am 57 and still building muscle.

  • @universemultiverse3699
    @universemultiverse3699 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Dr. Berg for using grams and kilograms instead of ounces, pounds, elephants and other units used in US.

  • @Zenfix1
    @Zenfix1 Рік тому +164

    Raise your hand if you've been watching this awesome forum for a while 🤚

  • @dennisgartner6592
    @dennisgartner6592 Рік тому +4

    Nice transperent content.
    Training intensity/ amount really depends on personal lifestyle.
    As a officeworker you may need a bigger amount of exercise, if you a handyman it could totally work to solely go for high intensity.
    But it depends on daily routine.
    Could be you go to work using your bicycle daily, get your groceries by walking instead of using a car or you spending your freetime doing things by yourself like repair, crafting etc.
    These are all things someone need to take in account, also there really is self-honesty needed.
    A reason many people dont do exercise or other stuff is that they believe they have no time to spare but at the same time they play with their smartphones for hours or are hanging on the couch watching TV or playing videogames.
    I think you get my point.

  • @scottmackey4182
    @scottmackey4182 Рік тому +10

    Keto is fine, but Paleo works far better me. Primarily selected Paleo because of joint inflammation issues though. So other factors come into consideration. I’m 62 and someone said to me yesterday that I am the most ripped 62 year old they’ve ever seen. I was humbly flattered. Keep up the great and relative content, Dr. Berg!

    • @ivanr4300
      @ivanr4300 Рік тому

      Are you on TRT?

    • @potbellyfatguyfromnewyorkcity
      @potbellyfatguyfromnewyorkcity Рік тому +1

      why dont you make videos then? show your body for proof. I am at 11% body fat at age 47.

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому

      Can someone please tell me how exactly insulin is anabolic? What does it do for protein in relation to the muscles???

  • @ClayTallStories
    @ClayTallStories Рік тому +2

    Dr Joel Fuhrman would totally disagree with this.

    • @SpamMouse
      @SpamMouse Рік тому

      There are many ways to skin a cat.

  • @jesusalbert8225
    @jesusalbert8225 Рік тому +41

    Good morning

  • @Alejandropp9
    @Alejandropp9 Рік тому +1

    appreciate this approach which is more focus towards bodybuilding enthusiast.

  • @Gr8Passion4Music
    @Gr8Passion4Music Рік тому +4

    This is very much full of guidance as many people including me think that just by pushing protein and protein into our bodies will pave the way to muscle growth. This video explains pretty well about the more appropriate way for muscle growth as well as avoiding the resistance of insulin that may develop. This video may be viewed more than once to get a more clear picture of it.

  • @federicoaraujo2306
    @federicoaraujo2306 Рік тому +1

    Dr. Berg my bodybuilding training has changed for beyond the greater good since I follow your advice! Specially the potassium magnesium sodium/ fasting advice, please please develop an actual protein powder that's not is the commercial stuff around what about a whey/whole egg well balanced whit nutrients . Thank you for change my life

  • @shoaib7874
    @shoaib7874 Рік тому +4

    Perfect timing, I was going to look for similar video.

  • @Mavrik-60
    @Mavrik-60 Рік тому +7

    Doc. Been doing this for many many years and i learned a lot of this through trial and error. I have to say i agree with everything you said on this subject. The protein requirements are different for each person my body responds to much less protein per pound than is recommended. I started with sixty grams a day and went up slowly untill i found a proper repair response from my body. Now this goes with a million other things you have to practice they all work together. Like sleep and general diet and so on and so on. Good stuff Doc. Keepemcoming

  • @hicoteo
    @hicoteo Рік тому +9

    I'm 58. My T is around 240. Much as I respect Dr. Burg I seldom watch his videos on muscle building because his biases get in the way. I did a successful body transformation thanks to keto, fasting and strength training. I still cut using keto and enjoy fasting but it is a stress that lowers T and affects gains and recovery. I notice a difference when I'm eating healthy carbs and not fasting. I build more muscle. As an old dude, I gotta keep an eye on the T and NOT overdue keto or fasting.

    • @Soulrollsdeep
      @Soulrollsdeep Рік тому +1

      Fair play buddy, but you seem to be assuming that his advice is a one-size-fits-all bit of advice, clearly ALL advice needs to be taken with some scrutiny and acceptance that you need to use it as a foundation to understand an approach that works for you and your body

    • @mannyblackstar
      @mannyblackstar Рік тому +1

      If you want muscles then you don't need to do big fast. And keto is no no actually. If you want to look good but no muscles then keto and fasting
      I'll go with gaining muscles and getting strong then to look weak

  • @adampilot8275
    @adampilot8275 Рік тому +11

    Very interesting clip and ironic as the classic era bodybuilders did the same as what Dr.Eric has talked about. A man called Serge Nubret came runner up Mr. Olympia to Arnold, basically ate when hungry and high volume trained with clean whole diet. He quoted that pigs eat all day but leopards eat when hungry....just look at these animal physiques and judge for yourself.
    I really like Dr. Eric as he backs up the basics with scientific studies.
    You have my respect.

  • @ButBigger42
    @ButBigger42 Рік тому +3

    I've been eating a bowl of oatmeal in the morning with a scoop of protein powder. And then having a meat for lunch/dinner. Chicken, burger, steak, ribs.

    • @madhusudan
      @madhusudan Рік тому +1

      That's exactly what I'm doing. If super low carbs works for some, I'm happy for them. I used to do that along with 18/6 IF. Just wasn't making noticeable progress. I just could never see how people were meeting protein requirements for building muscle on 2MAD. Switched to oatmeal, protein shake, and blueberries for breakfast after the morning workout, homemade meat & bean chili with quinoa for lunch, another protein shake around 3pm, and then whatever my wife cooks (meat or fish and skip most of the carbs) for dinner. That routine along with quitting alcohol and I'm packing on muscle in late 40s.

  • @debraj.xyz_7994
    @debraj.xyz_7994 Рік тому

    My amazing teacher suggested this channel in class... I'm glad I've been watching your videos. Simplified knowledge at best.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому

      Thanks. Hope you are learning a lot here.

  • @nahuelgonzalez6537
    @nahuelgonzalez6537 Рік тому +3

    my fav youtuber worldwide! always following your videos and improving my health thanks to Eric!

  • @chironow3446
    @chironow3446 Рік тому +1

    As a DC myself I appreciate Dr Berg’s content. Up to date and informative.

  • @ajcpLive
    @ajcpLive Рік тому +4

    Hi Dr. Berg. I've been recently doing 20:4 IF for 2 weeks now (thanks to your videos!). Once I hit my desired weight, I'm planning to do weight exercises. How would you recommend I do it? I still want to do IF for Autophagy, and at the same time, increase my muscle mass. Thanks in advance!

    • @IrishNomad
      @IrishNomad Рік тому +4

      Why not start exercising now? It will speed up weight loss and you get started on gaining muscle mass.

  • @MrMikeyj2004
    @MrMikeyj2004 6 місяців тому +1

    Dr. berg i have a question for you, A while back i came across an article, I can't recall where i saw it, but it said that you need all 9 amino acids for muscle growth? I've used various supplements over the years integrated with a workout regime, taking BCAAs etc. I recently started taking a amino acid complex that contains all the amino acids. So is taking the all 9 amino acids a more efficient way for muscle building syntheses? And if so how much of each amino acids do you need daily? Its hard to tell what is overkill or not enough along side keeping tabs of my daily protein intake. Thank you very much for all of your information. Its a Blessing and i know your information makes a difference in people's lives. 👍🏻

  • @alycep.5886
    @alycep.5886 Рік тому +12

    Thank you Dr. Berg! Lots of food for thought here. My trainer says you start losing muscle after 30. He recommends 1 gram of protein per pound of ideal weight.🤨 So being at my ideal weight I tried to eat 125 grams between 2 meals. That triggered hunger and weight gain-(and as you said muscle increase not so much.) So true that resistance exercise is a big factor. Happy Easter!

  • @ManuelHernandez-zq5em
    @ManuelHernandez-zq5em 3 місяці тому

    Question: Should I consume protein withing 30 minutes after I am done lifting weights? And, If already had my two meals before working out, should I still have my protein as dinner?

  • @micwell2247
    @micwell2247 Рік тому +10

    Funny thing happening to me is, how my thinking (subconsciously) reacts to doing intermitting fast and low to no carbos . I start jamming down anything I can get my hands on. My cravings shy rocket. Years ago I was starving and I think my body remembers that and like automatically goes into self preservation mode. Haven't figure out yet how to get around that. I've tried several tricks only to rebound mightily.

    • @micwell2247
      @micwell2247 Рік тому +1

      Appreciate you Doc. with all your posts. I'm now using meditation to get the subconscious in line. Seeing my self with less is a move in the correct direction...meaning it's working...Have a great day

  • @raulsbackyard1392
    @raulsbackyard1392 Рік тому +16

    Dr.Berg you are Sooo right about the Keto Diet, I was 245lbs and thanks to you and the fasting and keto diet I'm at 203lbs in 2 weeks, with one meal a day and 23hrs fasting, Thank you so much for your videos and congratulations for being the best professional, truthful and full of knowledge Doctor out there! Thank you Dr. Berg for changing my life!

    • @onyekachi9662
      @onyekachi9662 Рік тому +4

      @@jcrosby4804 for someone who eats one meal a day why do you think it's impossible? Do you know his calorie intake? Do you know how he works out? Besides what has the good doctor got to do with what you are saying? Some People's metabolism is different! And that's a fact !!!

    • @onyekachi9662
      @onyekachi9662 Рік тому

      @@jcrosby4804 Check for Alan Dill. He lost 56kg in 4months!

    • @magnumatt34
      @magnumatt34 Рік тому

      Lol wow your special then it took me almost a year and a half with low carb diet and playing full court basketball 2 to 3 times a week for a few hours each time on top of that I'm lifting weights 4 days a week and it only took 18 months to lose 40lbs of fat

    • @magnumatt34
      @magnumatt34 Рік тому

      @Helene Vion my diet consists of real food I try and stay away from processed crap
      Veggies fruits nuts eggs meat along with daily protein shakes

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому

      Can someone please tell me how exactly insulin is anabolic? What does it do for protein in relation to the muscles???

  • @CaptainT1989
    @CaptainT1989 Рік тому +2

    What about dried fruit? The sugar content is alot but it's fruit. What do you think Dr. Berg?

  • @AhilMohan
    @AhilMohan 5 місяців тому +1

    One critical factor you overlooked - plant based phyto-estrogen is completely different to mammalian estrogen and it does not affect the body in that way

  • @damariszuckschwert9489
    @damariszuckschwert9489 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Doc...touching every place I need to hear.

  • @wasimkhan3131
    @wasimkhan3131 11 місяців тому

    Hello dr. Berg am from India thank you so much for the information you provide us.
    Im 42 years old, which protein powder form can be used once for building muscles, not on regular basis pls reply

  • @cenauge
    @cenauge Рік тому +5

    When it comes to lean protein and the necessity of fat, can you make up for that lack of fat by including other sources of fat in the meal like olive oil, avocado, ghee, etc? Or is there something in particular about the accompanying animal fat that complements the animal protein?

    • @lporter8240
      @lporter8240 Рік тому

      Good question. I just asked exactly the same thing, then scrolled down and saw yours.

    • @jonnysaccount1149
      @jonnysaccount1149 Рік тому

      I'm also curious. For example, I eat oatmeal with protein powder and peanut butter as my source of fat. Would that be sufficient?

  • @nirvana3680
    @nirvana3680 Рік тому +2

    Congratulations 10 Ml subscribers Dr
    You deserve it 🕊️🙏🏻💚👍🏼 love you

  • @brucejensen3081
    @brucejensen3081 Рік тому +3

    The more muscle you have the less insulin resistance you have and the more protein you need. When you are small you don't need to eat often. Bigger you get get you need to eat more frequently to absorb enough protein

  • @serdaraytac9656
    @serdaraytac9656 Рік тому

    You're a great personality. A true friend above all. Thanks Doctor. 🎉😊

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for your support!

  • @spearruler70
    @spearruler70 Рік тому +1

    Everything, and I mean everything, Dr. Breg said in this video is 100 percent correct.

  • @helios4425
    @helios4425 Рік тому +7

    The best way to build muscle simulate enough of a response to produce a growth factor to signal to the body to repair and build more muscles. I used to destroy my muscles every work out with little to show. The less but more intense work outs I did, the better I felt and looked.

  • @JBreakstuff
    @JBreakstuff 6 місяців тому

    Thank you again. This video allowed me to set a blueprint for my diet.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  5 місяців тому

      It was nothing at all.

  • @jna9888
    @jna9888 Рік тому +6

    Informative as always, and presented in Dr Berg's usual calm, professional manner. Thank you, Dr Berg!

  • @albertgammon118
    @albertgammon118 Рік тому +2

    It feels weird to get muscle building recommendations from someone with no muscle mass

  • @Gorman-84
    @Gorman-84 Рік тому +3

    Is lean body mass = muscle + bone OR just muscle. Not much difference I realize. Thanks for pointing out this distinction as I had always used my total weight. Love all your stuff. Thanks.

    • @R.R.Brahma
      @R.R.Brahma 6 місяців тому

      Lean mass= total body weight - body fat.

  • @commandpro4492
    @commandpro4492 Рік тому +1

    @DrEricBergC I have a question- A lot of the time in your videos I see how you say intermittent fasting and keto would be suitable for decreasing insulin resistance and activating your hGHs. I am a teen and have also noticed that carbs may be better for younger and teen-aged people. What would you suggest to younger people below 18 for muscle growth (to a certain extent obviously) in dietary options?

  • @DR650-x2j
    @DR650-x2j Рік тому +4

    My friends laughed at me when I started 2-1 meal a day lol .we used to work out together ,60% of times I work out during my fasting window and my friends used to take pre -post workout meals. Well after a while they looked more pumped and I looked more lean , they told me that my shape is more aesthetic so they started doing 2-1 meal a day too

  • @SALEEMKHAN-yj7mu
    @SALEEMKHAN-yj7mu Рік тому +2

    Hi, Dr. Berg,
    May I know the best alternative for the HTP-5?

  • @alialhamedy8125
    @alialhamedy8125 Рік тому +2

    Dr. Berg, I have a condition where if my body temperature gets slightly higher due to either an outer temperature or body movement resulting in so, I start itching and get a sudden rash of itchiness. Could you highlight the factors behind that issue?

    • @mirowestmaas4566
      @mirowestmaas4566 Рік тому

      You have what we call internal heat in Chinese medicine. Heat is trying to escape though the skin hence the itchiness. See a good Chinese doctor. Eat lots of cooling foods.

    • @mirowestmaas4566
      @mirowestmaas4566 Рік тому

      Probably liver is a bit messed up ie toxicity

  • @kudosjeg
    @kudosjeg Рік тому +2

    This is how I'm feeling at 39. I'm not having any issues building muscle. I eat when I'm hungry and only consume protein alone when I'm feeling overworked and need food asap. I use to consume protein after every workout and even when practicing clean eating still couldn't loose the extra body fat. Mostly on a 'modified' carnivore diet and my energy during exercise is amazing. I have also been taking an amino acid supplement. Stay away from sugar people. It basically means no more eating out. Hard to tell what oils they use even if the meat is hormone free, So I cant trust eating meat out either. ^^ listen to what Dr Berg says. I am far healthier then I was 10 years ago. And when I look down I'm shocked that I can pull off this type of build at my age. I expect at 45 I'll be in the best shape of my life

    • @michellemanagbanag5762
      @michellemanagbanag5762 Рік тому +1

      Wow,😊 good to hear that. I am looking forward for myself too. Toning my muscle is my only dream as of the moment.

  • @Hadassah-KaquoliMReno
    @Hadassah-KaquoliMReno Рік тому +3

    I was 300 pounds but now I’m 206. I’m kosher and keto. I want to loose56 more pounds. I’m 69 years old

  • @vanhooser1210
    @vanhooser1210 Рік тому +1

    With low HCL would you recommend Betaine HCL or ACV?

  • @paradiseplayer5103
    @paradiseplayer5103 Рік тому +41

    One thing my brothers and I always discuss is my ability to increase muscle mass despite eating fairly little food. I’ve been gym-training for a little over a decade. In my latest run, I gained between 10-20lbs of lean muscle mass. My bench press - for example - went from 90lbs to 200lbs. We couldn’t figure out how I was steadily gaining weight, despite eating very little. I was only having breakfast which consisted of something like oatmeal or cereal, 1 meal of protein and carbs, and one small protein snack like 2 eggs. Does anyone know what the reasoning is behind this?
    My workout routine would consist of 20-40 minutes resistance training, and a 10-15 minute walk.

    • @frankconte
      @frankconte Рік тому +5

      Our forefathers did a lot of heavy work, but not like spending 2 or 3 hours in the gym. What's the pupose?

    • @kyletoews9893
      @kyletoews9893 Рік тому +20

      Genetics and that’s it. most people eating like this wouldn’t gain anything that’s just plain old genetics

    • @paradiseplayer5103
      @paradiseplayer5103 Рік тому +2

      @@frankconte I agree, I don’t think spending several hours in the gym is necessary. I like to keep mine short but intense!

    • @paradiseplayer5103
      @paradiseplayer5103 Рік тому +2

      @@kyletoews9893 Got it! My brother actually suggested the same thing, most likely genetics. It’s fairly odd to us considering I have an ectomorph body-type. I’m 5ft 10 and weigh around 125lbs naturally. I’m very skinny. Thanks for your input!

    • @saintsaens21
      @saintsaens21 Рік тому +2

      @@paradiseplayer5103My 2 cents. Since you're ectomorphic and ur base weight is very low, you're probably not gaining much muscle but instead water and fat. Your bench press gains are impressive but mostly due to muscle memory and technique. Or else you're an ox and build gains from eating plants :)

  • @rickylozada7994
    @rickylozada7994 Рік тому +5

    32 year old father here..
    I've been intermittently working out since freshman year (2005). It wasn't until the pandemic in 2020 that I really started taking it seriously. I've consistently gone to the gym 4x a week and I do about 1.5 hours of cardio a week (20 minutes on the stairmaster). A couple of the gym rats go wide-eyed when they realize I'm a 32 year old dad. It's kinda funny ngl. Anywho, this video was great because I wanted to hear a medical professional's perspective on hypertrophic training (weight/resistance training). I saved it to my playlist to reference it later. Take it from me, your average Joe of a gym goer. If my scrawny ass (5'10" 125 lbs before 2020, 192 lbs currently) can do run laps, hang.. hell surpass, the kids at the gym, you can too. Eat clean, lift heavy, do your cardio, drink your water, sleep, rinse, and repeat.

    • @yak-machining
      @yak-machining Рік тому +5

      You talk like as if you were 50 years old, chill dude 32 isn't that old

    • @T-H-E-WORLD
      @T-H-E-WORLD Рік тому +4

      Bro 32 isn’t old at all… 😂😂😂

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому

      Can someone please tell me how exactly insulin is anabolic? What does it do for protein in relation to the muscles???

    • @Trollollolollol
      @Trollollolollol 6 місяців тому +1

      Sound advice, unfortunately the vast majority of people are way too lazy and lack the self discipline required to put on any significant amount of muscle

  • @tentimetex
    @tentimetex 6 місяців тому

    In the case that you want to build muscle: you need to eat enough calories, protein and carbs, yet you need to decrease Insulin resistance by eating less carbs and ad fasting.... how do we reconcile these two approaches?

  • @nabeeltharani2950
    @nabeeltharani2950 Рік тому +2

    Hello Dr Berg. Thanks for your video.
    My query is if you are skinny and trying to pack on muscle mass, does the above really work? For example going low carbs and low calories wouldn’t really help an ectomorph to pack on mass without being in a caloric surplus and ingesting more carbs. Similar to fasting - wouldn’t that be counterproductive where muscle catabolism would take place rather than eating more food to gain mass/weight.
    Kindly advise. Thank you.

    • @barrywilliams4866
      @barrywilliams4866 Рік тому

      To build muscle you have to be in a calorie surplus, the truth is if you're an active guy burning a lot of calories then any fasting isn't for you, calories in v calories out...how many calories do you need? take your weight in pounds x15 and that with give you a good idea of what you should be consuming....if you're less active then x14...adjust from there..

  • @nataliebrooks6822
    @nataliebrooks6822 Рік тому +2

    Dr. Berg, can you please tell me where I can find information regarding sourcing of ingredients for your supplements? Did I miss it on the website? Thanks!

  • @savantorizky1444
    @savantorizky1444 Рік тому +3

    I add a tbs of EVOO, a tbs of VCO, avocado, chia seeds, & finally creatine to my Whey protein. It becomes my daily cocktail after resistance training.

    • @andreiasofiei5309
      @andreiasofiei5309 Рік тому +1

      Do you take digestive enzymes as well? Looks a little heavy to digest after a heavy training. Just wondering if that created any issues for you. Thanks

    • @lporter8240
      @lporter8240 Рік тому +1

      I drink a green smoothie with similar ingredients after workout.

    • @savantorizky1444
      @savantorizky1444 Рік тому +1

      @@andreiasofiei5309 luckily i've no issue. I just want to get a quick 5-600kal of protein & healthy fat. And I normally do this after my IF.

    • @balla2828
      @balla2828 Рік тому

      Can someone please tell me how exactly insulin is anabolic? What does it do for protein in relation to the muscles???

  • @امانيروان-ت9خ
    @امانيروان-ت9خ Рік тому +1

    Please, Dr. Berg, I weigh 51 and I am 40, but unfortunately I am very lazy in sports. My question to you is what type of exercise to increase muscle mass, how many reps, how many groups, how many days per week to adjust the body, and the question is, is it possible to maintain facial fat without fillers

    • @SpamMouse
      @SpamMouse Рік тому

      Accept your nature face shape when lean and fit, it is how god wants you to look. Sports: find something that allows you to not be bored doing it, rowing machine in front of a TV set or a computer playing Dr Berg videos.

    • @Bunny11344
      @Bunny11344 Рік тому

      Weight lifting is fun tho. 3x a week 3-4 sets 12-8 reps.

  • @aubreytraverse.
    @aubreytraverse. Рік тому +3

    Thanks doc 💪🏾

  • @kyoung2918
    @kyoung2918 Рік тому +1

    How do we know what our lean body mass is? Is that something like what we should weigh based on height etc?

  • @mekman4
    @mekman4 Рік тому +4

    Thank you!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому +2

      You're welcome!

    • @jesusalbert8225
      @jesusalbert8225 Рік тому +1

      @@Drberg yeah thanks just an great learning video

  • @jonsmith9728
    @jonsmith9728 Рік тому +2

    Dr. Berg has this proper, as a power lifter for 20 yrs i can confirm that keto/low-carb works perfect with having high protein (actually its 1 gram per pound of lean mass but close enough lol), usually with extra protein, since its water soluble, you end up pi**ing it out other things such as micros, hormones, etc also play an effect too (something Dr. Berg missed was the fact that fat has a protein sparing effect which is specifically why steak/ fatty meats are great for muscle building)

  • @omereokai3390
    @omereokai3390 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video! because I need like this Videos 😅😊🎉, iam Training every day Dr. Berg but I find the training every day is hard because my Muscles are tired 😮, I saw a lot of your videos about Muscles and really nice videos and interesting 💪😉, the quation is Dr. Please How can I protect my self with my Immunesystem from all diseases even Influence? 🌱

  • @ImJunCena
    @ImJunCena Рік тому +2

    Key ingrédients: sauce, consistency, a good muscle building program, good nutrition, more sauce. Dont ever expect to have an Arnold S physique without sauce.

  • @43bmn
    @43bmn Рік тому +5

    As usual, great video Dr Berg...

  • @jayjohnx
    @jayjohnx Рік тому +1

    Sir what are the problems that arise, by taking protein powder regularly for long term, and consistently depending on it as your main source of protein for building muscle ? can you make a video on this

  • @LoriSings65
    @LoriSings65 Рік тому +2

    Thank you 😘

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Рік тому +1

      You're very welcome!

  • @jeffhadley3362
    @jeffhadley3362 Рік тому +2

    There’s no way I can possibly eat as much salad as you do, but I can manage about 5 oz of olivas organic spring mix with my pecans raw milk cottage cheese, homemade sauerkraut , broccoli micro greens and olive oil dressing on it ,
    But I only do 1 meal per day

  • @millionairementality_
    @millionairementality_ Рік тому +2

    Exercise Exercise Keep moving - good
    video.