Shape Digest #24: Lose Stubborn Belly Fat, Mystery Prize & Quantified-Self

“Researchers gave 18 young guys (so, a small study) an 18g serving of protein from either egg yolks or egg whites after one session of lifting weights. They then took blood samples and muscle biopsies to track muscle protein synthesis. The researchers found that the post-exercise response in building new muscle was 40% greater in those who had the egg yolks compared to just the whites.”

Mike Matthews guides you on a fat-loss journey throughout this podcast. You will learn why belly fat is so stubborn, what the biggest myths are regarding belly fat and how to get rid of belly fat. 

“Future versions of the Apple Watch may contain an advanced form of heart-monitoring technology that would use electric signals to detect heart abnormalities, defects, and other potential indicators of cardiovascular illness. The EKG tests are typically performed using multiple electrodes placed directly on the skin, which monitor otherwise imperceptible electrical patterns in between heartbeats.”

There could soon be drugs that delay the diseases of ageing but what might that mean for our lifespan? Will medicine soon help us live longer and in better health? Or is that an ambitious dream?