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While buying a protein supplement for muscle/body building what things should be checked on label. what should be ideal constituents in protein powder?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

High protein low sug: Read the label, usually will state" no banned additives", then u r fairly safe. Do not overload on the protein, taylor it to ur daily needs, ; b sure 2 consider ur intake from all source. Substitute water for milk ; add ice, tastes a lot better.

Answered 1/15/2014

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