I had Eric Helms back on to continue our chat on nutrition for bulking!

0:55 Carbs for bulking

15:35 Minimum carb recommendations

21:18 How to find your optimal carb intake

26:59 Role of insulin for bodybuilders

32:46 Carb cycling

34:47 Importance of fats

40:28 Micronutrients

47:29 Processed vs. Unprocessed food

53:53 Thermic effect of food / macros

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His books: https://muscleandstrengthpyramids.com/

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