There is hardly any supplement as debated and yet so widely used as the common protein powder. Its proponents claim that people need more protein that they usually get from food, or that the quality of protein in supplements is superior. Other nutrition experts argue that most people get plenty of protein in their diet, and that additional supplements are needless. So what are the reasons to choose a protein supplement?

That the average person gets enough protein doesn't mean everybody does. Picky or light eaters and vegetarians may actually get less than the recommended amounts. A second consideration is the distribution of nutrients throughout the day. The typical pattern of eating meat only at dinner can mean that while you get enough protein each day, the other meals are lacking. This mostly makes a difference to dieters and heavy exercisers, who want to keep muscle mass while burning fat. In that case, it is important to get 10-20 grams of protein per meal. Depending on your habits, this can be a hassle to achieve with regular food. Finally, protein supplements are easy to prepare and don't require a lot of time, so they can be a convenient choice for people who prefer not to spend their time cooking

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