The New Science Of Rapid Muscle Growth - Menno Henselmans
The video debunks the myth that the body can only absorb 20g of protein per meal, clarifying that muscle protein synthesis is the actual limit, which can be higher with exercise and fasting.summaryProtein Absorption vs. Utilization: The body can digest infinite protein, but muscle protein synthesis (MPS) has a ceiling. This ceiling is raised by exercise, fasting, and low prior protein intake, allowing for up to 40takeawayOptimal Protein Intake: Research indicates the maximum effect for muscle growth occurs at approximately 1.6g per kg of body weight (0.73g per lb), not the commonly recommended 1g per lb. Excess protein is oxidized for entakeaway














