Research
Macro partitioning
The metabolic response to protein ingestion is dependent on timing, amino acid composition, and concurrent nutrient intake, not just total daily protein amount.
Don't just focus on hitting a daily protein number. Pay attention to when you eat it (especially around exercise) and ensure you are getting essential amino acids.
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Acute studies suggest that for any given amount of protein, the metabolic response is dependent on other factors, including the timing of ingestion in relation to exercise and/or other nutrients, the composition of ingested amino acids and the type of protein.
Why this rating
Supported by acute metabolic studies cited in the text.
Source
Protein and amino acids for athletes
Kevin D. Tipton et al. · Journal of Sports Sciences · 2003
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