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Time-Restricted Eating During a Bulking Phase is Associated with Reduced Fat Accumulation, while Muscle and Strength Gains Are Maintained: A 12-Week Randomized Controlled Trial.
The Journal of nutrition·July 13, 2026·PMID 42442697
Why it mattersFor athletes and coaches aiming to minimize fat gain during a muscle-building phase, time-restricted eating may offer a practical strategy to limit excess calorie intake without compromising strength or lean mass gains.
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