Protein Series Part II: Strategic Timing

Conclusions often state there isn't much difference as long as total intake reaches a specific threshold. However, that doesn't necessarily show the best method(s) for performance, growth, recovery, or even weight-loss goals. And, by Knockout, It's... Metabolic Contextualism? Don't steal that term -- I'm going to create a philosophy or religion around it, right next to Absurdism or Existentialism. Studies show that even 10 grams of protein is sufficient to create an anabolic upturn in potential recovery, but 20 to 40 grams of protein maximizes this threshold. Counter opinions are largely contextual. If I just crushed 600 calories in an hour of grueling training, or haven't eaten in 6 hours, would 50 grams be wasted? Since metabolic activity is heightened, or amino acid need is sensitized, the tipping point of 20ish grams might not be held for long. Amino acid levels in the blood stream, available to muscle tissue, might be depleted sooner than normal, and a larger amount of protein in the gut could be beneficial. That begs the question, what about times of rest, or low metabolic activity? Could we go longer between meals without hindering recovery? Perhaps there isn't a perfect eat-this-much-every-meal metric, or optimal meal pattern. Of course. But that makes nutrition dynamic, and minute-by-minute needs somewhat of a self-study. A guess? At least an educated guess? It's never a guess if application is based on known science; it's simply a bit of a moving target. We're b...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news