Alternate day fasting does not impair muscle protein synthesis ✅
No need to worry about muscle anabolism.
Short-term intermittent fasting and energy restriction do not impair rates of muscle protein synthesis: A randomised, controlled dietary intervention
Background
Previous research has shown that extended periods of dieting can impair muscle anabolism. But what about alternate day dieting? 🧐
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