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Can a ms patient take whey protein and does whey protein contain artificial sweetner?

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NO REAL ISSUE: There is no problem with ingesting whey protein, but you will have to check on additives when you purchase the product. Some of us question a potential chemical risk from aspartame due to toxins if sweetener is over-heated, but not proven a true risk factor yet in ms.

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Answered 4/22/2014

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A member asked:

Can a ms patient take whey protein and does whey protein contain artificial sweetner?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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