High Protein Intake: Body Composition, Microbiome, and Genetic Influences

by Jose Antonio, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA
February 2020

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Nutrition Protein Body Composition Blood Lipids Genetics

In this nutrition discussion from CEO and co-founder of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Jose Antonio, identifies what a “high” intake of protein is for athlete; the risks, if any, for high protein intakes; the effects of high protein intakes on body composition; and the genes that may influence body composition.

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Nutrition

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Nutrition Protein Body Composition Blood Lipids Genetics

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