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The protein-stacking strategy that works on any meal or snack

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The protein-stacking strategy that works on any meal or snack

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve been trying to eat more protein lately, you’re not alone. Research on its role in preserving muscle and brain health as people age has gotten a lot of attention, and most people who set a daily target quickly realize that one chicken breast at dinner isn’t going to cut it. The shortfall tends to show up in the smaller meals. The moments when you’re hungry and convenience wins. What dietitians tend to suggest is not to overhaul anything but to layer

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The science section covers breakthroughs in medicine, physics, biology, and technology. We surface discoveries that expand what humanity can do, from new treatments reaching clinical trials to engineering feats that seemed impossible a decade ago. Every link goes to the original publisher so you can read the full study or press release yourself.

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