Health·BBC·10h agoUnited Kingdom

Do Teens Really Need Protein Powder? Experts Weigh In

Dietitians and doctors warn of risks as kids face pressure to bulk up

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Do Teens Really Need Protein Powder? Experts Weigh In

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Experts warn that teenagers eating a balanced diet do not need protein powder, citing risks including kidney damage and one child's death, while noting the supplement market is loosely regulated.

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