Protein Intake
Stuart explains the importance of protein intake for muscle mass and protein turnover. He suggests that 1.2 grams of protein per day is the basal level, and physically active individuals require 1.6 grams per kilo. As people age, their body becomes less efficient at using protein, making it difficult to maintain muscle mass.In this clip
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Stuart Phillips, PhD, on Building Muscle with Resistance Exercise and Reassessing Protein Intake
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