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Podcast: Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition
Episode: How to Get Enough Protein from Plants as a Vegetarian or Vegan on Plant-Based Nutrition
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Episode 3260:
Dr. Neal Malik unpacks the myth of having to combine plant proteins at every meal, explaining that the body maintains an amino acid pool to build muscle from various sources throughout the day. He also clarifies why vegans may need slightly more protein due to digestibility, and how regular strength training ensures those proteins go where they’re most needed.
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