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I drink whey protein iafter wake in the morning and it cause dizziness.but if drink during,after workout im all ok.i workout at evening.

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Dr. Cody Mead answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Interesting: I can't think of a good reason that whey protein would cause dizziness at all, but if it has those effects in the morning, then don't take it. No reason to make yourself dizzy. Best of luck!

Answered 5/24/2015

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