Impact of Vegan Diets on Resistance Exercise-Mediated Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis in Healthy Young Males and Females: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Andrew T Askow, Takeshi M Barnes, Zan Zupancic, Max T Deutz, Kevin J M Paulussen, Colleen F McKenna, Amadeo F Salvador, Alexander V Ulanov, Scott A Paluska, Jared W Willard, Steven J Petruzzello, Nicholas A Burd

September 2025 Med Sci Sports Exerc

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The discussions reveal a recognition of the study's significance in showing vegan and omnivorous diets support muscle synthesis equally, with posts emphasizing phrases like 'no difference' and 'overstated needs.' The tone balances skepticism, as seen in comments about protein requirements being 'vastly overstated,' and curiosity about the implications, demonstrated by posts asking if vegan diets are 'good for muscle building.' The choice of words reflects both scientific interest and critical perspectives, highlighting the perceived importance but also some skepticism about industry bias or preconceptions.

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Most discussions support the findings, with many posts emphasizing that vegan diets do not hinder muscle protein synthesis, showing a generally positive or accepting stance.

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  • Altamiro Bottino
    @BottinoAltamiro (Twitter)

    Impact of Vegan Diets on Resistance Exercise-Mediated Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis in Healthy Young Males and Females: A Randomized Controlled Trial https://t.co/MHthxQW2zF https://t.co/kWY7I0qrjm
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  • お茶柱／心理学のべレスク
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    【RCT】こまめにタンパク質を摂取した方が筋肉がつく！？ 健康な男女40人に「タンパク質1日1.1-1.2g/日」摂取を9日実験 ①動物性中心1日5食 ②動物性中心1日3食 ③植物性のみ1日5食 ④植物性のみ1日3食 筋タンパク合成に違いはなかった https://t.co/bGajIW97Rb
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  • お茶柱／心理学のべレスク
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    【RCT】こまめにタンパク質を摂取した方が筋肉がつく！？ 健康な男女40人に「タンパク質1日1.1-1.2g/日」摂取を9日実験 ①動物性中心1日5食 ②動物性中心1日3食 ③植物性のみ1日5食 ④植物性のみ1日3食 筋タンパク合成に違いはなかった https://t.co/bGajIW8A1D
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    @kcisney @JohnGalt42_ It seems there's no difference in anabolic action with lower intake of protein. https://t.co/6L3fBvQxcz
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  • William Lagakos
    @caloriesproper2 (Twitter)

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  • William Lagakos
    @caloriesproper2 (Twitter)

    Impact of Vegan Diets on Resistance Exercise-Mediated Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis in Healthy Young Males and Females: A Randomized Controlled Trial https://t.co/lmyiq44m7M no difference
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  • WellBuiltStyle
    @WellBuiltStyle (Twitter)

    Interesting study here comparing muscle protein synthesis (MPS) rates in a group of resistance trained omnivores vs vegans: https://t.co/FKTqYlfRFF Turns out neither the source nor the timing of their protein intake made a significant difference to MPS rates. Both groups were https://t.co/1n6JqNZ0yJ
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  • Veritas Agens
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    @levelsio Same old nonsense. Protein needs also vastly overstated. https://t.co/BE9zhBEGur
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    9️⃣ FUENTE Y EVIDENCIA
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  • ᵀᵒⁿᵉ
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    When yet again, the beef checkoff board sets out to prove meat is superior to a plant based diet in muscle synthesis... and fails! "Impact of Vegan Diets on Resistance Exercise-Mediated Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis..." 2025 Apr 4 https://t.co/uIhIUi6PJ1
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  • Sunil Wimalawansa—Scientist-America First Patriot
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    "Vegan Diet or Omnivorous Diet good for Muscle Building?" Summary of the key findings and conclusions from an article published on April 24, 2025: Titled, “Impact of Vegan Diets on Resistance Exercise-Mediated Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis in Healthy Young Males and Females: A
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    “Impact of vegan diets on resistance exercise-mediated myofibrillar protein synthesis in healthy young males and females: A randomized controlled trial” by Nicholas Burd et al. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise https://t.co/cuX7CCo7pu
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  • Dr Anna Borek
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    @shadeapink https://t.co/NR8O2auVYl Another study by Beef Checkoff here. Also moderate protein intake (1.1-1.2g/kg/d). Myofibrillar protein syntehsis did not differ.
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Abstract Synopsis

  • This study investigated how different dietary patterns (omnivorous vs. vegan) and protein distribution (balanced vs. unbalanced intake throughout the day) affect muscle protein synthesis during resistance training in healthy young adults.
  • It found that, despite slight differences in carbohydrate intake, there were no significant differences in muscle protein synthesis rates between the groups, indicating that vegan diets support muscle growth similarly to omnivorous diets when protein intake is adequate.
  • Overall, the results suggest that both animal and vegan dietary patterns can effectively promote muscle protein synthesis, and the distribution of protein intake across meals does not significantly impact this process during short-term resistance training.]