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Protein quality and muscle health

Achieving adequate total protein and sufficient essential amino acids is the primary determinant of muscle health, regardless of protein source.

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Jan 28, 2026
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How does gelatin combined with complete proteins affect long‑term body composition and muscle protein synthesis compared with complete proteins alone?

Combining (a collagen-derived, incomplete protein) with complete proteins does not appear to increase muscle protein synthesis (MPS) above what complete proteins alone achieve, but it can increase con...

Jan 26, 2026

Are protein supplements (whey, casein) effective for muscle gain in men aged 70?

—particularly whey—can help older men gain muscle when combined with , because whey more effectively stimulates postprandial muscle protein synthesis in older men than casein and often augments resist...

Jan 20, 2026

What is the evidence for gelatin or collagen supplements reducing appetite or aiding weight loss in clinical studies?

Clinical trials offer some evidence that gelatin or specific collagen peptide supplements can modestly reduce short-term appetite or lower energy intake, and a few randomized trials report small reduc...

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