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The type of protein consumed can affect feeding- and exercise-mediated rates of MPS.
Choosing the right type of protein may enhance muscle recovery and growth post-exercise.
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Recent reports suggest that type of protein (animal vs plant-based) consumed can affect feeding- and exercise-mediated rates of MPS.
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Source
Fast whey protein and the leucine trigger
Nicholas A. Burd et al. · Nutrafoods · 2010
DOI 10.1007/bf03223343
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