Whey protein
High-quality protein supplement; described as a preferred protein source; considered minimally processed relative to many others.
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Peterson Academy | Max Lugavere | Introduction to Nutrition | Lecture 1 (Official)
Peterson Academy
High-quality protein supplement; described as a preferred protein source; considered minimally processed relative to many others.
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Peter Attia MD
A 'fast protein' that causes an increase in muscle protein synthesis peaking at 90 minutes post-meal and returning to baseline by 180 minutes, validated in human studies.
How to Exercise & Eat for Optimal Health & Longevity | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
Andrew Huberman
A processed but beneficial source of essential amino acids, available as concentrate (contains lactose) or isolate (low lactose), good for muscle health and portable.
Metabolic Rate, Artificial Sweeteners, Electromyography, and Non-Failure Training (Episode 35)
Stronger By Science
Dairy-based protein shown to be superior to plant-based protein blends in terms of the magnitude of post-meal amino acid responses, even when leucine and essential amino acid content were equated.
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity — Dr. Peter Attia
Tim Ferriss
A high-quality protein source Dr. Attia now uses post-workout instead of BCAAs to aid muscle synthesis.
Tools for Nutrition & Fitness | Dr. Layne Norton
Andrew Huberman
Described as a high-quality protein source, particularly rich in leucine, making it ideal for stimulating muscle protein synthesis. Contrasted with collagen as a less effective protein for muscle building.
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Peter Attia MD
A protein supplement used by Rhonda Patrick for its satiating effects and to meet her daily protein targets, especially when appetite is low after exercise.
Cell Swelling, Genetic Ceilings, Touch-and-Go Deadlifts, and Load-Specific Adaptations (Episode 34)
Stronger By Science
Recommended as a sufficient protein source for pre-workout shakes, with typical dosage being 20-40 grams, depending on individual tolerance and size.
Q&A: Rest Periods, Deadlifts, Bulking, and Hypertrophy for Powerlifters (Episode 25)
Stronger By Science
A common protein supplement, mentioned as an easy source of protein for a vegetarian diet alongside Greek yogurt and eggs.
Q&A: BCAAs, Mini-Cuts, Sex Differences, and First Meet Tips (Episode 21)
Stronger By Science
A protein supplement that improves recovery from resistance exercise, often compared to BCAAs, which are not necessarily superior.
Drug Testing, New Supplement Research, Squat Science, and Dr. Eric Helms (Podcast Episode 8)
Stronger By Science
A milk-derived protein type, compared to casein in a study on diet-induced thermogenesis.