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Can protein powder be more harmful than protein from natural source (like eggs / cheese / meat etc.) ? i use it twice a day (before and after workout)

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Dr. Robert Waskowitz answered

Check nutrients: Supplementation is controversial. You should check all additional additives before continuing and also consider getting baseline bloodwork and studies.

Answered 6/30/2016

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A member asked:

Can protein powder be more harmful than protein from natural source (like eggs / cheese / meat etc.) ? i use it twice a day (before and after workout)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Waskowitz answered

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