Research
Neural
Whey protein supplementation had a significant effect on bench press performance (MD 5.72; 95% CI:1.30, 10.15; p=0.02).
Practitioners may consider recommending whey protein to enhance upper body strength in young adults involved in resistance training.
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However, whey protein supplementation had a significant effect on bench press (MD 5.72; 95% CI:1.30, 10.15; p=0.02, I2 =61.2%).
Why this rating
Based on the meta-analysis of randomized control trials.
Source
Impact of Whey and Soy Protein Supplementation on Resistance Training in Young Adults: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis
Brandon Eric Davis · 2025
Meta-analysis
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