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Is whey protein necessary to build muscle at the most desired rate?
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NO: Whey is a good source of protein that is particularly rich in branched-chain Amino Acids that are useful for building muscle but is certainly not "necessary." there are many other good sources of protein including vegan sources. Whether alternatives can build at the "most desired rate" has not been studied but I have no reason to believe whey is needed to build muscle quickly.
Answered 6/24/2014
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