Nowadays, people often associate protein with strength and fitness. Many believe that consuming extra protein is the fastest route to achieving a lean, muscular physique while staying healthy. With the latest fitness wave, protein shakes, bars, and “high-protein" meals have made a strong comeback often without any real understanding of how much protein the body actually needs in a day.

Dr Twincy Ann Sunil, Bachelor’s in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Bangalore, shares all you need to know:

Protein is one of the most essential building blocks of the body. It supports tissue repair, hormone production, and plays a major role in immune function. However, when daily protein intake is supplemented especially through powders, bars, and other processed sources, it can

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