#452: Stuart Phillips, PhD - Bacterially Synthesized Whey, Plant vs. Animal Proteins, Muscle & Extended Fasts, & Much More
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The Muscle Full Effect of Protein Ingestion on Muscle Growth
To retain muscle while losing body fat, lifting weights or exercising is crucial. The amount of muscle lost during fasting is minimal, and nutrition plays a small role. In the refeed period, protein is important, but the loss of muscle is still minimal. In extreme cases like bodybuilders reaching low body fat percentages, some muscle loss is inevitable. However, lifting weights is still the best way to retain muscle. The effectiveness of high protein intake is debatable.
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