OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Muscle protein synthesis.
To answer SarahChen_PharmD: my doctor and I discussed the options and went with brand.
Quick update: I have noticed more improvement since posting this. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
Adding my data to this Muscle protein synthesis discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 3 | Month 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 276 lbs | 216 lbs | 201 lbs |
| A1C | 7.0% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
| hsCRP | 5.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
Protocol: Semaglutide 2.4mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.3g/kg/day.
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View ResultsSlightly tangential to Muscle protein synthesis but ben_calgary reminded me — what is the latest on the oral formulations?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.
+1 to ChrisMacros. Especially the point about "Thank you all for the thoughtful replies..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Muscle protein synthesis.