Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago

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In this episode, Drs Trexler and Helms discuss various topics including updates on Eric's surgery, the valuable (but very modest) effects of protein intake on muscle gains, incontinence after contest prep, the relationship between sleep quality and nutrient timing, the recent ban on smelling salts in the NFL, and more.

Time stamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:11 Preview of next week's episode (non-responders, hyper-responders, etc)
07:01 Trex's surgery update
12:11 Discussion on Protein Meta-Analyses and Research Updates (how much does protein intake actually matter for gains?)
33:10 Why meta-analyses differ from RCTs in terms of "expiration dates"
44:15 The Impact of Training vs. Nutrition (for muscle growth)
51:41 Q&A: Supplementation for Lifters (and Specifically Vegans Who Lift)
55:49 Incontinence, Increased Urine Output, and Contest Prep
59:16 Chrono Nutrition and Sleep Quality
01:11:28 The Role of Smelling Salts in Sports Performance (and Football)