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When it comes to fitness trends, there's plenty of advice to sort through out there to help see you through your journey. Unfortunately, it can be hard to tell which information is legitimate and what's not worth your time. The 30-30-30 rule is getting plenty of buzz on TikTok, raising a lot of questions about whether there's something to this.

The 30-30-30 rule first popped up in Timothy Ferriss's bestselling book " The 4-Hour Body ." But this method really took off after biologist Gary Brecka started promoting it on TikTok. According to Brecka, following the 30-30-30 rule (sometimes referred to as the 30-30-30 method) can help you manage your blood sugar , lose weight, and have more energy than other eating plans.



Of course, it's understandable to be wary of anything promoted on TikTok, especially when it comes to health and fitness advice. But nutritionists say there's something to this method. Here's what the 30-30-30 rule involves, plus risks and benefits to be aware of.

Christy Brissette , RD, is the founder of 80 Twenty Nutrition in Laguna Beach, CA. Scott Keatley , RD, is the co-owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy. Karen Ansel , RDN, is the author of "Healthy in a Hurry: Simple, Wholesome Recipes For Every Meal of the Day".

What Is the 30-30-30 Rule? The 30-30-30 rule is simple. It involves eating 30 grams of protein within the first 30 minutes after you wake up, which is then followed by 30 minutes of exercise. You can eat whatever else you want with your brea.

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