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I want to build up his muscles. he works out regularly at the gym and eats a very high protein diet?

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Dr. Martin Morell answered

Muscles: Grow with adequate resistance exercises, followed by a period of rest. The breakdown and healing promotes growth, in presence of adequate diet.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 2/18/2014

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A member asked:

I want to build up his muscles. he works out regularly at the gym and eats a very high protein diet?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Morell answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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