Protein timing: does it really matter for muscle growth?
NCT ID NCT07245199
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study will test whether spreading protein intake throughout the day (4 doses of 25g) builds more muscle than eating it all at once (100g) or in many small doses (15 doses of 7g). Thirty-six healthy young adults will follow these patterns after resistance exercise. The goal is to see which pattern best supports muscle protein building.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- protein intake (dietary supplement)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help refine dietary protein recommendations for maximizing muscle growth after exercise.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not patients. Results may not apply to older adults or those with medical conditions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
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