Protein timing may boost muscle growth, study suggests

NCT ID NCT07245199

First seen Nov 25, 2025 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at whether spreading protein intake evenly across meals helps build more muscle after exercise compared to eating most protein at one meal. Researchers will measure muscle protein building rates in 36 healthy adults aged 18-40. No treatment is tested—only dietary patterns are compared.

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Locations

  • Maastricht University

    Maastricht, Netherlands

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