Research
Metabolic adaptation
Ingestion of carbohydrate with protein does not seem to increase the response of MPS following exercise.
Practitioners should focus on protein intake alone for maximizing MPS post-exercise, rather than combining it with carbohydrates.
StrongRefutesmedium confidence
Ingestion of carbohydrate with protein does not seem to increase the response of MPS following exercise.
Why this rating
The claim is supported by studies referenced in the abstract.
Source
Dietary Protein for Muscle Hypertrophy
Kevin D. Tipton et al. · Nestlé Nutrition Institute Workshop series · 2013
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