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I am a diabetic and i would like to start taking protein powder and muscle gaining supplements (no, not steroids) , is there anything i should avoid?

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Dr. Danny Farahmandian answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: They may have carbohydrates. If you have access, check your blood sugars when you're not sure if anything is affecting your diabetes.

Answered 7/12/2013

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