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If you're lifting weights and want to build muscle, eating at least 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight every day is the biggest factor that helps — more protein means better results, and when you eat it doesn't matter as much.

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This study found that it doesn’t matter when you drink your protein shake — before or after the gym — what really matters is how much protein you eat all day. More total protein = bigger muscles, no matter the timing.

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