#435. Plant vs. Animal Protein for Muscle Building: Surprising New Study Results

The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

Can plant-based proteins really compete with animal sources when it comes to muscle gains?

In this episode, I dive into the details of this fascinating study and what it means for you.

We'll cover:

• The conventional wisdom about animal vs. plant protein for muscle
• How the researchers designed their study and what they measured
• The surprising results…
• Caveats and considerations for interpreting the findings
• Practical tips for incorporating plant-based proteins into your fitness routine

Whether you're a plant-based fitness enthusiast, a why protein fanatic, or just looking to optimize your gains, this episode will give you a nuanced understanding of the evolving science of protein sources.

Tune in to challenge your assumptions and expand your muscle-building toolkit!

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Quotable moments:

"The key takeaway is that when it came to the bottom line, building new muscle protein, the plant-based blend held its own against the milk despite the lower circulating amino acid levels." - Dr. Erik Korem

"This is a major win for the plant-based fitness enthusiast and vegans looking to optimize their gains. By combining the right plant sources to complement each other's amino acid profiles, it seems you can craft a protein that's just as muscle-friendly as the animal-based option." - Dr. Erik Korem

"The study is a compelling addition to the evolving story of plant-based proteins for fitness. It challenges long-held assumptions and opens the door for more inclusive and sustainable muscle-building nutrition practices." - Dr. Erik Korem

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The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

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