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A higher percentage of individuals consuming protein supplements between meals showed increases in body mass compared to those consuming with meals.

While body mass may increase with protein between meals, it is essential to consider overall body composition goals.

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56% vs 72% showed an increase in body mass.
Joshua Hudson et al. · Nutrition Reviews · 2018

Why this rating

Based on the systematic review of 34 randomized controlled trials.

Source

Effects of protein supplements consumed with meals, versus between meals, on resistance training–induced body composition changes in adults: a systematic review

Joshua Hudson et al. · Nutrition Reviews · 2018

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