When Is the Best Time to Eat Protein?
Episode 7 min 40s

When Is the Best Time to Eat Protein?

  • Meeting your daily protein goal is the foundation of good nutrition. Once your needs are met, spacing protein evenly throughout the day supports steady metabolism and consistent amino acid availability
  • Eating protein at breakfast replenishes amino acids after an overnight fast, supports metabolism and hormone balance, and helps you stay full longer through the morning
  • Post-workout protein provides the amino acids your muscles need for repair and recovery. Eating within two hours of training helps maximize the benefits of exercise
  • A slow-digesting protein before bed, such as casein from milk, helps sustain overnight muscle repair and supports recovery while you sleep
  • Prioritize whole-food proteins like pastured eggs, grass fed beef, wild-caught fish, and grass fed dairy, and use protein powders only when whole meals aren't practical

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