What happens if older men drink protein before bed?
Protein Ingestion before Sleep Increases Overnight Muscle Protein Synthesis Rates in Healthy Older Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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Surprising Findings
40g of casein before bed significantly increased overnight muscle protein synthesis in older men, despite age-related anabolic resistance.
It was previously thought that older adults don’t respond as well to protein due to 'anabolic resistance,' but this study shows a strong response to a single 40g dose at night.
Practical Takeaways
Older men may benefit from consuming 40g of casein protein about 30 minutes before bed to support overnight muscle repair.
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
40g of casein before bed significantly increased overnight muscle protein synthesis in older men, despite age-related anabolic resistance.
It was previously thought that older adults don’t respond as well to protein due to 'anabolic resistance,' but this study shows a strong response to a single 40g dose at night.
Practical Takeaways
Older men may benefit from consuming 40g of casein protein about 30 minutes before bed to support overnight muscle repair.
Publication
Journal
The Journal of nutrition
Year
2017
Authors
I. W. Kouw, A. Holwerda, J. Trommelen, I. Kramer, J. Bastiaanse, S. Halson, W. Wodzig, L. Verdijk, L. V. van Loon
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Claims (4)
If older guys around 72 drink a protein shake with 40 grams of casein before bed, it helps their muscles repair and grow overnight better than not having it.
If older guys eat protein before bed, their bodies can digest it overnight and use it to build muscle while they sleep.
If older guys eat 40 grams of protein before bed, their bodies use it better overnight to build muscle while they sleep.
Drinking a protein shake with casein before bed helps your muscles grow and get stronger while you sleep, especially if you're working out.