Creatine is not just for bodybuilders. In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis sits down with Dr. Howard Grattan to break down the real science behind creatine and essential amino acids for muscle health, performance, and aging.

Whether you're a serious athlete or just want to stay strong and healthy as you age, this episode is packed with takeaways you can apply right now.

💪 What creatine actually does inside your body

🍽️ Why essential amino acids (EAAs) are a game-changer for muscle growth

🧬 How these supplements support longevity, recovery, and cellular function

⚠️ Common myths about creatine and amino acids—debunked by the science

✅ Dosage tips and timing strategies to maximize effectiveness

🔬 Sponsored by the Center for Regenerative Medicine

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Wondering what to eat for a longer, healthier life? In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis walks you through how to build a Longevity Plate—a sustainable, science-backed approach to eating for healthspan, not just weight loss.

You’ll learn:

✅ The role of nutrition in aging and inflammation

✅ How food impacts longevity, disease risk, and recovery

✅ Which foods to prioritize—and which ones to limit

✅ The biggest nutrition myths that hurt long-term health

Whether you're optimizing your routine or just starting your health journey, this episode gives you actionable steps for eating with purpose and long-term impact.

🔗 Listen now and follow for more expert content on regenerative medicine, longevity, and functional wellness.

CITATIONS

1. Bauer J, et al. Nutrients. 2018;10(3):377. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5872778/

2. Reynolds A, et al. The Lancet. 2019;393(10170):434–445. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(18)31809-9

3. Srour B, et al. BMJ. 2019;365:l1149. https://www.bmj.com/content/365/bmj.l1149

Can your metabolism make or break your regenerative treatment? In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis breaks down the crucial link between metabolic health and regenerative outcomes.

🧠 Discover why your body's ability to regulate blood sugar, inflammation, and cellular repair could determine whether treatments like PRP or stem cell therapy actually work.

We cover:

✅ How insulin resistance and inflammation sabotage recovery

✅ Why muscle mass, sleep, and stress management matter more than you think

✅ Practical strategies to improve your metabolic health before undergoing treatment

✅ The future of regenerative medicine + performance optimization

If you're investing in regenerative therapies, this episode is essential listening. Your internal environment could be the key to healing—or your biggest obstacle.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to prep your body for optimal results.

📚 References:

[^1]: Wang M et al. Cell Metab. 2016;24(4):585-598.

[^2]: Zhao Q et al. Stem Cells Int. 2020.

[^3]: Di Martino A et al. Int Orthop. 2021;45(3):805–811.

[^4]: Ko JH et al. Stem Cells Int. 2016.