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  • 18 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I've been hitting the gym for a couple of months now, and I'm thinking about starting protein powder. How many more months should I wait before it's okay to start taking it? And is it actually safe to include in my routine?

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Visit your Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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Consult a Orthopedics-Sports Medicine

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