large meta-analysis finding that gains in fat-free mass generally did not continue increasing once total protein intake reached around 1.6 g per kilogram of body weight per day.
That doesn’t mean everyone needs exactly 1.6 g/kg, but it illustrates why simply consuming enormous amounts of protein isn’t necessarily better.
Nutrition
Don’t Forget Carbohydrates and Fats
Protein gets most of the attention when people talk about muscle growth, but carbohydrates and fats shouldn’t be ignored.
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Healthy Eating
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Carbohydrates provide an important source of energy
