You may be wasting 30–40% of your protein!

This article is written based on Samit Gupta's(founder of Neulife, biohacker, and master formulator) podcast series

With over two decades in the game, Samit’s mission has always been the same: decode nutrition with real science, not social media fluff. He’s spent 20+ years studying how to optimize muscle growth, boost performance, and hack recovery—without compromising your health.

In this post, he breaks down one of the biggest myths in fitness today—how even a high-protein diet can leave you under-fueled if you don’t understand nutrient balance.

Watch full podcast episode below

❗ 30–40% of your protein might be getting wasted

Yes, even if you’re on a high-protein diet. Why? Because your carbs are low,(and you aren't consuming significant fats) your body starts using your precious protein for energy instead of muscle building. That’s called nutrient overlap, and it’s sabotaging your gains.

🍽️ Protein ≠ Fuel. Protein = Muscle.

Protein is meant to rebuild and repair your tissues. But when carbs are low and your energy demands are high, your body steals protein for fuel. That's like using fine wine to boil pasta. Wasteful.

🧬 Nutrient Partitioning: Where does your food actually go?

When you eat, your body decides where nutrients go—muscles, fat stores, or energy use. This process is called nutrient partitioning. And if you mess up your macros, your body makes bad decisions.

🥦 Most people fear fats. But fats + protein = 🔥 synergy

You’ve been told to cut fats. But if you’re training hard and eating clean, good fats help direct protein to muscle repair instead of energy. The secret isn’t no fats—it’s using superfats.

Eat smarter, not harder

Carbs = inferior energy
Fats = smarter energy(nature's designated energy source)+ hormones & support
Protein = repair & msucle building

And no—your protein powder can’t do it all if your diet isn’t on point.

Want more no-BS breakdowns like this? Stay tuned.