Protein powder is sold as one of the best nutritional supplements on the market. Some people use it to aid muscle growth, and others use it because they want to consume more protein than they can get from food alone. However, you may be surprised that consuming protein powder can also prove to be harmful.
According to a recent study published in the journal Medicine, of the 36 protein supplements tested in India, 70% of the supplements had mislabeled ingredients that were toxic to the body.
Parasite found in protein product
The study revealed that some brands displayed only half of their protein content on the label. Apart from this, pesticide residues have been identified in 8% of the samples and harmful and dangerous fungus aflatoxin has been identified in 14% of the samples. Let us tell you that this study was done on different types of protein powders, which included nutritional supplements and herbal ingredients, vitamins, minerals, and other natural or artificial substances.
Side effects of protein supplements
If protein supplements do not contain toxic ingredients then they do not prove to be harmful to health. No recent study claims this. But if you have any medical condition then excessive use of protein powder can cause problems related to kidney, liver, bones, and digestion.
Who should consume protein products?
Protein powder is famous among athletes and fitness gurus for helping build muscle and boost physical performance. But not everyone needs it. You can also naturally increase protein intake.
...take protein products only then
If you want to use a protein product, it is very important to take expert advice while purchasing it. For this you can consult a nutritionist, also it is important to check the FSSAI label on the packaging.
