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Muscle Building - The Basics

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Muscle Building - The Basics, Top 10 Foods to Build Muscle
» Muscle building takes place with a combination of exercise and good nutrition.

» Proteins are the building blocks of muscle. After exercise there is wear and tear of muscles. Consuming adequate protein will ensure muscle repair and growth.

» On an average, an individual who exercises will need 0.8 to 1.8g protein per kilogram body weight per day depending on the type of exercise.

» Carbohydrates enhance the absorption of protein in the body.

» A combination of protein and carbohydrate after a workout is ideal for muscle building.
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Muscle Building - The Basics

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Eggs

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Fish

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Lean Beef

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Chicken

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Dairy

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Lentils

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Chickpeas

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Apples

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Mixed Nuts (Almonds & Walnuts)

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Peanut butter


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Imayavaramban, India

nice slides

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