Health claim

“Consuming 20‑30 g of protein powder within 30 minutes after resistance training maximizes muscle recovery and growth.”

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Evidence Summary

Multiple well-designed studies consistently support this claim.

Numerous studies support a post‑exercise protein dose of ~20‑30 g as optimal for stimulating MPS in most adults.

Extracted from

5 Best Protein Powders & How To Choose the Best Protein Powder Supplements | Doctor ER

Doctor ER

The video reviews five protein powder options and offers criteria for selecting a suitable protein supplement, presented by ER doctor Jordan Wagner.

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Consuming 20‑30 g of protein powder within 30 minutes after resistance training maximizes muscle recovery and growth. — Evidence Review — MenHealth Digest