The Peter Attia Drive

The Peter Attia Drive

#312 - A masterclass in lactate: Its critical role as metabolic fuel, implications for diseases, and therapeutic potential from cancer to brain health and beyond | George A. Brooks, Ph.D.

Aug 5, 2024 · 02:06:14

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George Brooks clarifies lactate vs. lactic acid and its historical context.
Explains lactate's critical role as metabolic fuel, not just a byproduct.
Discusses lactate's implications for diseases and therapeutic potential.

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