Do athletes really need protein supplements?
- Written by Evangeline Mantzioris, Lecturer in Nutrition, Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, University of South Australia
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Protein supplements for athletes are literally sold by the bucketful. The marketing that accompanies them persistently promotes the attainment of buff biceps and six-pack abs.
In 2014, the protein supplement market in Australia was valued at A$545...