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How Much Protein Should You Consume with Each Meal?

It’s clear that you need more protein for muscle repair and to maximize muscle protein synthesis if you work out, but how much should you get with each meal? This article will reveal what science shows about how much protein your muscles can absorb and use with a meal and why more isn’t better. 

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How Much Protein Can You Absorb at One Time?

Amino acids from protein are the building blocks of new muscle tissue. Some research suggests there’s a limit to how much protein you can absorb at a meal and consuming more doesn’t offer additional benefits. What does science say about this?

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Do You Need More Dietary Protein to Build Muscle as You Age because of anabolic resistance?

Do You Need More Dietary Protein to Build Muscle as You Age?

You already know you lose muscle mass and strength as you age and that you need protein to build the muscle tissue you need to stay strong – but how much? Research suggests that after the age of 60 you might need more protein than you did when you were young because of anabolic resistance. Find out more.

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Do You Need to Eat Protein at Every Meal?

Do You Need to Eat Protein at Every Meal?

Amino acids from protein are the building blocks for muscle growth. If you exercise, you need more protein than a sedentary person – but do you need to eat protein at every meal? Find out whether protein timing really matters – or not.

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Leucine is Directly Linked with Muscle Protein Synthesis

How Leucine Kickstarts Muscle Gains

Proteins are broken down to amino acids, and your muscles use these amino acids to grow. One amino acid that plays a special role in muscle protein synthesis is leucine. Find out why and why it’s important to get enough of this essential amino acid in your diet.

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