AMA 01 - Protein Intake, Creatine, Weight Loss, and More
AMA 01 - Protein Intake, Creatine, Weight Loss, and More  
Podcast: The Dr. Layne Norton Podcast
Published On: Mon Aug 18 2025
Description: In this episode I take YOUR questions! Topics covered in this AMA:• How much protein is used for building muscle?• Is creatine safe for kids?• Does separating fats/carbs amongst different meals lead to additional fat loss benefits?• Should you avoid high protein diets if you’re worried about cancer?• Does creatine affect brain health?• Do OTC pain killers affect muscle growth?• What’s the best way to retain muscle on intermittent fasting?• Can you gain fat eating too much protein?• Why do some people have an easier time staying lean than others?• Does alcohol negatively affect weight loss?SPONSORS• Outwork Nutrition - Evidence-Based Supplements to Support Your Hard Work: https://outworknutrition.com• Physique Coaching Academy - Advanced Coaching and Nutrition Education for Personal Trainers: https://physiquecoachingacademy.comLAYNE'S COMPANIESCarbon Diet Coach: https://joincarbon.com/podcastOutwork Nutrition: https://outworknutrition.comREPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/repsWorkout Builder: https://biolayne.com/workout-builderTeam Biolayne: https://biolayne.com/online-coachingPhysique Coaching Academy: https://physiquecoachingacademy.comFOLLOW LAYNEhttp://www.facebook.com/laynenortonhttp://www.twitter.com/biolaynehttp://www.instagram.com/biolayneTIMESTAMPS0:00:00 - Intro0:01:14 - Creatine For Kids0:05:28 - What Form of Creatine0:10:43 - Separating Carbs and Fats0:13:47 - mTOR and Cancer0:17:41 - Outwork Nutrition0:19:25 - Protein and Gluconeogenesis0:23:19 - Protein for Muscle Building0:31:10 - Protein and Body Fat0:36:01 - Nutrition Science Education0:42:16 - Physique Coaching Academy0:43:18 - Anti-Inflammatory Medicine and MPS0:46:18 - Creatine for Brain Health 0:47:32 - What Keeps Thinner People Thin0:52:52 - Alcohol and Weight Loss0:54:08 - Fasting and Muscle Mass0:56:53 - OutroSHOW NOTEShttps://biolayne.com/podcasts/dr-layne-norton-podcast/ama-protein-intake-creatine-weight-loss-episode-7*DISCLAIMER*This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor-patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and the materials linked to this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they have, and they should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.