Protein is essential to build muscle.
But does the type of protein matter?
Typically, bodybuilders eat a lot of meat. But more recently, plant-based diets have been getting a lot of attention.
A plant-based diet may have benefits with respect to ethical, sustainability, and general health issues.
But now you even start to hear claims that plant protein is just as good, or even better, than animal protein for athletes.
So in this article, we’re going to discuss:
- why you need protein for muscle growth
- why plant protein CAN be less effective
- why you can still maximize gains on a plant-based diet