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Teen Protein Supplement Use Soars, Experts Warn Risks

7/22/2025

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Teenagers are turning to protein supplements at alarming rates, with 40% admitting to use in the past year, driven by social media and peer pressure. Experts caution against overconsumption, advising a limit of 1 gram per kilogram of body weight daily. The surge in supplement use is linked to rising eating disorders among boys, underscoring the urgent need for parental vigilance.

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Teenagers are turning to protein supplements at alarming rates, with 40% admitting to use in the past year, driven by social media and peer pressure. Experts caution against overconsumption, advising a limit of 1 gram per kilogram of body weight daily. The surge in supplement use is linked to rising eating disorders among boys, underscoring the urgent need for parental vigilance.