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Should i take whey protein on non-workout days in other words can i take it without workout?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Whey protein can be: take w/or w/out workouts. Just investigate the whey product you use. Make sure it is coming from free range cattle, not cattle that is fed full of hormones and antibiotics. Peace and good health.

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Answered 10/1/2014

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