Science
Why real protein counts
Proteins are made up of amino acids – the foundation for muscles, movement and metabolism.
These building blocks are crucial for your physical performance, your recovery after training, and even your hormonal balance. Without them, your body lacks the materials to become stronger, faster, and more resilient.
Protein is essential, not optional. But NOT every protein source meets this requirement.
Many modern alternatives – from plant isolates to over-processed protein bars – deliver incomplete amino acid profiles and inferior bioavailability.
Beef (whether dried or not), on the other hand, offers complete, highly bioavailable protein – exactly what your body needs.
The 9 essential amino acids (EAAs) for muscle building: Leucine, Isoleucine, Valine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Histidine.
With every bite, you're not just providing yourself with energy, but also sending a signal to your body: performance begins with real fuel.
Why Beef Jerky from Nude Performance
Most jerky brands are full of sugar and preservatives and have little nutritional value. It's usually more of a guilty pleasure snack than a source of real protein.
Nude Performance's beef jerky offers pure protein – without compromise, we cover all EAAs.
You need all nine essential amino acids (EAAs) for muscle growth . Leucine, isoleucine, and valine (BCAAs) are the key players among them. Without leucine, there's no "starting signal," as it triggers muscle protein synthesis (activates mTOR). However, without the other EAAs, the body cannot complete the "muscle building project."
Our jerky is for athletes who train hard and want to put only the best into their bodies. It's nutrient-rich, bioavailable, and free from unnecessary additives.
Not a gas station snack, but real performance food for muscle building, energy and focus.
The science behind proteins
How much protein do I need to build muscle?
A higher protein intake maintains muscle mass and improves fat loss.
- Comparison: 0.8 vs. 1.3 g/kg/day in overweight older adults.
- The group receiving 1.3 g/kg/day lost more fat and retained more muscle mass.
For optimal muscle growth and body composition:
- Ideally, you should consume 1.6–2.2 g of protein per kg per day – especially during training.
How much protein should I consume when in a calorie deficit?
The FASEB study investigated how different protein levels affect muscle loss during a 40% calorie deficit.
- Comparison: 0.36 g/lb (~0.8 g/kg), 0.73 g/lb (~1.6 g/kg), 1.1 g/lb (~2.4 g/kg)
- Those who ate only 0.8 g/kg lost 3x more muscle mass.
- Muscle retention stabilized at approximately 1.6 g/kg.
You need at least 1.6 g/kg of protein during a diet to maintain your muscle mass.
How much protein can I consume per meal?
This 2023 study debunked the myth of a maximum of 30g per meal.
- 100g of protein consumed after training led to a 40% increase in MPS (muscle protein synthesis) from hour 4 to 12.
- No "waste" of excess protein
- Less frequent, larger meals = prolonged anabolic state
Larger doses (even 100 g) are still used efficiently by the body, but timing and total intake are more important.
Will a higher protein intake help me age more healthily? ... Yes!
From the Nurses' Health Study – over 48,000 women over 30 years old
- Every 3% increase in protein = 5% better chance of healthy aging
- Higher protein levels preserve cognitive abilities, bone density, and mobility.
Furthermore, protein is not present in muscles. This is a strategy for a long life.