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A 23-year-old male asked:

Do i have to cycle off whey protein? i take it every day as a post-work out. they say it creates kidney stones etc ?

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Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered

Pathology 46 years experience

No: The kidney stone claim is bogus. Drink plenty of water regularly.

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