Nutrient Timing

Definition

Eating specific nutrients at strategic times around training. Far less important than total daily intake but useful for optimization.

Example Usage

Nutrient timing helps recovery, though overall daily macros matter more.

Origin

Sports nutrition research, popularized in the 1990s-2000s

Fun Fact

The 'anabolic window' isn't as strict as believed—protein within 24 hours post-workout matters more

Source: Sports Nutrition and Performance research

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