5 foods to build muscle—the “organ of longevity”

Plus, a recipe for Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Sautéed Shiitakes Plus, a recipe for Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Sautéed Shiitakes ͏‌ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ  ͏‌ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ  ͏‌ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ  [JJ Virgin]( When you step on the bathroom scale, the number staring back at you tells only a tiny part of your health story. Far more insightful is understanding your body composition, which reveals how much muscle and body fat you carry. Maintaining a healthy body composition can become particularly challenging once you hit 40. Hormonal changes, a decline in muscle mass, menopause, and other obstacles can increase body fat and lower lean muscle mass. Building muscle is the key to optimizing your body composition and promoting longevity. This week, I reveal five great foods to [prevent age-related muscle loss](. You'll also learn why [muscle is the key]( to powerful aging, and I'll leave you with a [delicious, protein-packed dinner idea](. [This week's blog]( Tip 1:   Fighting muscle loss with your fork. As you get older, losing muscle is common, but it’s not inevitable. Resistance training and eating protein first are the solutions to maintaining strong muscle as you age. In [this week's blog](, I share five of my favorite muscle-building foods. You'll learn why grass-fed/finished beef is higher in nutrients, how eating wild-caught fish can fight muscle loss, my two favorite dairy sources to eat if you’re not intolerant, and how to shop for the perfect eggs. [This Podcast]( Tip 2:   Muscle is the “organ of longevity.” Many women overlook the importance of muscle in their anti-aging routines. In [this episode](, I talk with fitness physician Dr. Eric Fete about why muscle is the key to aging powerfully. Building and maintaining muscle improves your appearance and functionality. However, muscle also supports your metabolism, blood sugar, insulin function, and brain health. Dr. Fete shares practical tips for building muscle and maintaining strong bones, including advice for beginners, why protein is critical, knowing when to workout or recover, and simple (but often overlooked) strategies for healthy aging. [Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Sautéed Shiitakes]( Tip 3:   A rave-worthy, protein-packed steak recipe. These [Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Sautéed Shiitakes]( pair meltingly tender steak with a flavorful sauce from sautéed shiitake mushrooms. Every delicious serving provides high-quality protein essential for maintaining and enhancing muscle mass. This recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it a convenient, healthy choice for a late-summer romantic dinner.   Love, JJ   P.S. Whether you choose Paleo-Inspired or Plant-Based All-In-One Shakes, you can feel confident knowing you're getting 20g of high-quality protein (and only 1g of sugar) in every creamy, milkshake-y serving. Vitamins, minerals, fiber, and other nutrients truly put the "all-in-one" in these shakes, delivering superior taste and nutrition, one sip at a time. Order our All-In-One Shakes [here](.* *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.   If you are looking for additional information on aging powerfully through your 40s and beyond, please visit the [JJ Virgin website]( for various resources including guides, books, programs, Reignite Wellness supplements, and more. You can also join my community on  [Facebook](, [Instagram]( and [Pinterest](! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( Reignite Wellness 14 Commerce Blvd. Palm Coast Florida 32164 United States You are subscribed to this email as {EMAIL}. Click here to modify your [preferences]( or [unsubscribe](.