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Hello doctor, I just like to know about supplements like protein powder that are used in gym. Is it safe for health people? Is it have any side effects like kidney failure? Liver failure? Is it causes kidney stone, I have on standard whey protein. Doctor could you please reply me all this thing about. It is very useful for so many people. Also if it is safe what are the medical test to check (kidney function, liver function) or anything before consuming whey protein.
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Hi, Protein is the building block of your cells. Its requirements increase with exercise. Protein rich sources are Egg, Fish, Chicken, Milk and its products like Paneer and curd. If you can have 3-4 egg whites post workout then supplement is not needed. If 1 scoop supplement is taken with enough water then its fine but overdosing can affect health especially kidneys.
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