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A recent observational analysis of 36 popular protein powders available in India has raised concerns about the quality, labeling accuracy, and advertising claims of widely consumed supplements.
The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Medicine, provides information about the disorders found in these protein powders, which often contain vitamins, minerals and other natural or synthetic ingredients such as herbal and dietary supplements. Protein supplements are commonly used for bodybuilding and as a dietary aid to meet protein intake requirements with a lean and pure source of protein and amino acids.
According to the analysis, nearly 70 percent of the 36 supplements tested contained incorrect information about protein content. Some brands were found to offer half the protein content than their claims. Additionally, about 14 percent of the samples contained the harmful fungal aflatoxin, while 8 percent showed traces of pesticide residues.
The study authors stressed the need for rigorous testing, regulation, and basic safety studies before marketing these protein-based herbal and dietary supplements. They highlighted the lack of active and prospective analysis of widely used supplements, particularly protein-based, in the published literature.
While there is data from various research groups and clinical units around the world on organ damage, especially herbal, and liver injury caused by dietary supplements, there is a lack of meta-analysis of studies on protein supplements specifically Although occasional reports have examined the quality of whey protein and amino acids in protein diets to identify amino acid slicing or doping to inappropriately increase protein content, extensive studies have been conducted, particularly in the Asia Pacific region. is lacking.
The study results highlight the regulatory challenges and importance of user rights in accessing transparent information when choosing safe food or supplement options. It also points to the medical community's general lack of education in educating the public about the potential benefits and harms of food and dietary supplements.