What role does protein play in maintaining muscle during caloric restriction?
Protein serves an anti-catabolic role during caloric restriction by providing adequate amino acid availability, particularly leucine, which helps maintain mTOR signaling. This is essential for preserving nitrogen balance and minimizing muscle loss, as the body is more likely to draw from muscle protein when protein intake is insufficient.
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