There is no such thing as “whether you should consume more carbohydrates or proteins to build muscle”, people who need to build muscle should maintain a balanced ratio of carbohydrates and proteins. The purpose of muscle building is to reduce body fat and increase the muscle content of the body. Protein is an important component of all cells and tissues of the human body, but also the material basis of life, and muscle fibers are mainly composed of protein; and carbohydrates are the most important source of energy supply to the human body, can provide energy for the human body in a timely manner, and if insufficient replenishment will cause fatigue and other situations. Therefore, whether it is carbohydrates or protein are very important nutrients, the need to increase muscle mass of the population should maintain a balanced ratio of carbohydrate and protein intake, dietary protein supply should account for 10% to 15% of the total calories, carbohydrate supply should account for 50% to 60% of the total calories. At the same time, also with appropriate sports exercise. People who need to build muscle should maintain a balanced diet, and should not blindly increase the intake of a nutrient in order to build muscle.