We all know the importance of getting our daily protein intake, particularly if we are strength training and want to build muscle. Adding protein powder into our diet is the easiest way to do this, but is there such a thing as ‘too much’ protein? Well, a recent study has revealed there is, so you may want to hold back on that fifth shake of the day.
Recent research published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition has revealed that consuming more protein than your body needs, won’t provide any extra benefit to your muscle gains. Just to point out, it’s not saying there’s a negative effect of consuming too much protein but, if it’s not going to provide any extra benefit, is there a point?
