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Sam Has Started Following a Strength Training Program This Semester

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Sam has started following a strength training program this semester and is trying to increase his muscle size and strength. He has had trouble eating a healthy, balanced diet in the past and is currently trying to eat a balanced diet with adequate calories and protein. However, he is unsure if he is getting enough protein because he follows a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet, in which he consumes dairy products and eggs, but no fish or meat.
Sam has been looking into ways to supplement his diet with amino acid supplements. However, Sam's sister Katie is concerned that the supplements could adversely affect his health. Answer the following questions to help Sam make the best decisions for increasing protein intake without experiencing negative side effects.
Which food in Sam's diet should he consume after a workout?

Definitions:

Common Fibular Nerve

A nerve in the lower limb that branches from the sciatic nerve, involved in motor and sensory functions of the leg and foot.

Cervical Plexus

A network of nerves formed by the anterior rami of the first four cervical spinal nerves, which supply motor and sensory innervation to the neck, shoulders, and upper chest.

Phrenic Nerve

The Phrenic Nerve is a nerve that runs from the neck to the diaphragm, playing a crucial role in breathing by controlling the diaphragm's movements.

Brachial Plexus

A network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck and supplies the arm, forearm, and hand.