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THE PROTEIN SWEET SPOT: WHAT THE RESEARCH REALLY SAYS

Protein supports lean muscle tissue, hormone production, immune function, bone health, and helps keep you full and satisfied between meals. It plays a critical role in how your body looks, feels, and performs. It’s especially important during fat loss goals, when we want to preserve lean muscle and manage hunger. But even outside of a calorie deficit, a higher protein intake supports better body composition, recovery, and long-term health. So, knowing that protein is indeed important, the question becomes:How much protein do we actually need to eat to get these benefits?

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Creatine Supplementation: What It Does, Who It’s For, And What The Science Says

We hear it’s the most researched supplement out there—but how much of what we say about creatine is actually evidence-based? If you’ve spent any time in fitness or nutrition spaces, you’ve probably heard the same few things about creatine repeated over and over again. It’s often presented as the gold standard of supplementation: safe, effective, and a must-have for anyone who lifts.

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BCAA Supplements: Benefits and Considerations Explained​

You have probably seen a BCAA (Branched-Chain Amino Acid) supplement ad thrown your way on social media. In the current climate of most celebrities pushing their own supplement line, we are bombarded with messages about how we need supplements in order to progress at the gym - or just function through daily life. BCAAs are a supplement used by many gym-goers, often praised for their potential to build muscle and reduce soreness. But, as with most supplements, the research supporting their efficacy and benefits is less exciting than supplement brands claim. Are they truly effective, or would your time and money be better spent focusing on a balanced diet? Let’s break it down…

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