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Dietary protein for athletic populations serves as a signal and substrate for muscle protein synthesis (MPS), aiding in hypertrophy, repair of damaged proteins, and maintenance of lean mass.
Athletes should focus on protein intake to enhance muscle growth and recovery.
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Dietary protein for athletic populations can serve as signal and substrate for MPS, resulting in protein accretion for hypertrophy, repair of damaged proteins or assisting the maintenance of lean mass.
Why this rating
The claim is supported by established research on protein's role in muscle physiology.
Source
A to Z of nutritional supplements: dietary supplements, sports nutrition foods and ergogenic aids for health and performance—Part 32
Stuart M. Phillips et al. · British Journal of Sports Medicine · 2012
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