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The Truth About Protein Timing and Aging | Donald Layman PhD

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Optimizing Protein Intake and Timing for Long-Term Health

The chapter explores the importance of protein intake, debunking myths related to protein restriction and highlighting the significance of long-term outcomes over short-term changes in nutritional studies. It delves into the effects of protein timing on muscle protein synthesis, emphasizing the impact of distributing protein intake throughout the day and particularly focusing on the first meal. The conversation also discusses the implications of protein distribution on body composition, especially in catabolic conditions like weight loss, aging, and stresses the importance of maintaining lean body mass during these processes.

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