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Which is more important, taking protein before a workout or after?

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Dr. Sourendra Raut answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

A bit of both: While acute consumption of higher amounts of protein before and/or after a workout can reduce the recovery time post-workout; a more important focus should be made towards consuming a balanced diet with a slight bias towards a higher daily protein intake.

Answered 5/14/2013

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