![]() However, as was mentioned earlier, excess protein is oxidized by the liver. ![]() This may require upping your protein intake as a bodybuilder. ![]() Of course eating the right amount of protein is important. Jerry Brainum explains that more protein does not equal exponential increased gains. MYTH: The More Protein You Eat The Bigger You Get Additionally, vegan foods are often fibrous and can make you feel more full – making it harder to eat the amount of food necessary to get the protein you need. Essential amino acids are less complete in a vegan diet and would require additional supplementation and make sure you are eating the right kind of foods within the vegan wheelhouse. He believes that it is possible to get enough protein on a vegan diet… but it does take a lot more work. MYTH: You Can’t Get Enough Protein On A Vegan Diet It’s slightly beneficial but nothing game changing. Some studies show that the more advanced you are, it would be a good idea to ingest protein within an hour after a workout. Jerry Brainum does note that there is one exception. So forcing your protein intake right after a workout is rarely necessary. However, studies have shown that protein synthesis actually peaks in 24-48 hours after workout. Typically, this window was consider to be 2 hours after a workout. This window would be vital to utilizing protein for optimal muscle mass growth. It was long thought that there was a “anabolic window” after training in the gym. While food that contains protein can have other nutrients that contribute to weight gain – protein itself will not increase fat. However, protein is oxidized in the liver when in excess. Basic knowledge tells us that too many calories will lead to weight gain. Jerry Brainum explains that the reasoning behind the myth is that protein contains calories. This was discussed in our previous episode of Straight Facts as well which explored weight loss myths. MYTH: Protein Makes You FatĮating too much protein does not need lead to weight gain. Studies show that as long as phosphate is present, protein will not cause issue with calcium levels. For example, most protein-based foods contain a mineral such as phosphate. In fact, even protein supplements are not pure protein. However, protein sources from food are never pure protein alone. The results showed that, indeed, the pure protein led to a loss of calcium. Jerry Brainum discusses a study that was done using pure protein. This is a fact that then led to the idea that high protein diets would cause calcium loss in bones. Protein does have acids that are sulfur based. MYTH: Protein causes a loss of calcium which leads to the loss of bone mass such as osteoporosis Kidney problems that have contributed to health dangers or death is less likely due to protein intake but drug use by bodybuilders. But Jerry Brainum warns that it’s a mistake to expand this out to the larger public. So yes, if you have kidney issues already, you need to be careful about protein intake. But the issue with the study is the fact that the test subjects were people who already had existing kidney failure (to the point where they are already on dialysis). Jerry Brainum explains that this misconception was based on a study done into kidney failure and protein intake. But et’s also recap the biggest protein myths below. You can watch his full video episode above. That’s why Jerry Brainum breaks down the biggest myths and uses researched studies and science to clear the air. Sadly, there are many diet plans and business models aimed to prey on those looking for ways to lose weight or gain muscle with bogus concepts or information. ![]() ![]() Fitness and diet culture is a big ticket item for businesses. In our latest episode of Straight Facts, Jerry Brainum highlights the biggest protein myths prevailing in fitness today – and debunks them once and for all.Īs with all things involving diet and fitness, things have become let’s say… complicated needlessly. However, despite this foundational knowledge, over time there have been many myths that unnecessarily complicate things when it comes to determining the correct diet for your bodybuilding needs. It’s the most basic knowledge an aspiring bodybuilder learns upon taking up weight training. Proteinis an essential macronutrient and the foundation of repairing muscle tissue in bodybuilding. Jerry Brainum debunks the biggest myths in bodybuilding regarding protein ![]()
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