The consensus in academic research for how much protein is required to optimize muscle building is, on average, 1 gram per pound of body weight, or 2.2 grams per kilogram. NOT lean weight, but body weight. As the primary protein source in most of the
There are several schools of thought on fasting. A popular rule of thumb is that one can consume up to 50 calories during a fasting period without breaking the fast. A study cited that less than 50 calories of carbohydrates or protein will not create
The anabolic window is a misconception, as Dr. Jaquish addresses here:.
We’ve never attempted to calculate that as it’s not a very good metric for muscle growth or weight loss. The increase in stability firing when using the X3 up regulates growth hormone, which accelerates fat loss faster than a caloric deficit.
See this research by MIT on how “Fasting boosts stem cells’ regenerative capacity.”
There is no research to indicate that working out at a certain time of day is more beneficial. The same goes for when you eat (if One Meal a Day) and also for when you eat with respect to when you work out.
No, it is not. According to WebMD: “The difference is that doses used in testosterone replacement only achieve physiologic (NATURAL) levels of the hormone in the blood. The testosterone forms some athletes use illegally are in much higher doses, and
In periods of no insulin secretion, individuals experience 4-5 fold higher GH levels, from both more frequent pulse secretions, as well as higher pulse levels. This explains the muscle maintenance and fat loss seen in fasting, even over multiple days
No, you don't need carbs to build muscle. See this interview for more:.