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Tag: amino acids

Protein

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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Hemp Seeds

Is Hemp a Good Source of Protein for Building Muscle?

You need adequate protein to support muscle repair and hypertrophy, but more people are exploring plant-based sources of protein. One of these sources is hemp and hemp seeds. Is hemp seed a good source of protein and how does it compare to other protein sources? 

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Can an amino acid help to prevent delayed onset muscle soreness?

Can an Amino Acid Prevent Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness?

Delayed onset muscle soreness is common after a training session where you worked your muscles harder than they’re accustomed to.  But it would be nice to be able to ease that soreness or at least make it more manageable. Can you lessen the degree of muscle soreness you experience by getting more of a particular amino acid?

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