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Im 18 years old and have just begun a hardcore gym routine. what can i do to get a good amount of protein in my body?

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Dr. Thad Woodard answered

Eat well: Eat a well balanced diet and skip protein supplements.

Answered 3/19/2013

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A member asked:

Im 18 years old and have just begun a hardcore gym routine. what can i do to get a good amount of protein in my body?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thad Woodard answered

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