Why Your Training Shake is Feeding Your Liver, Not Your Gains

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Wondering if eating too much protein can make you gain fat? This video dives into the science of protein metabolism to answer the popular question: What does your body really do with excess protein? We cover how amino acids are processed, the role of different macronutrients in fat storage, and if "protein powder weight gain" is a real concern!

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0:00 - Can Protein Turn Into Fat?
0:29 - The Big Question: Protein vs. Fat Storage
0:39 - The Three Key Roles of Protein
1:23 - How Your Body Processes Excess Protein
2:40 - Converting Amino Acids to Energy (Glucose)
4:22 - The Key to Fat Storage: Calorie Surplus
5:40 - The Last Resort: Protein Stored as Fat (Lipogenesis)
6:50 - The Protein Advantage: Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)
8:12 - High-Protein Diets and Fat Gain (The Science)
9:50 - Practical Takeaway: Focus on Total Calories
10:48 - Advanced Nuances (Sugars, Glycogen, & Amino Acid Priority)

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