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    1 year ago

    Two grams of protein per pound of bodyweight is way overkill and there is zero evidence it helps anything. Even for people doing rigorous strength training, muscle gains cap out at 0.8-1g. If you’re not in the gym lifting heavy six days a week you don’t need more than 0.4.