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Overuse of muscle-building products associated with body image condition (www.nbcnews.com)

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Summary

A Canadian study finds that young people who overuse muscle-building supplements like creatine and whey protein are more likely to show symptoms of muscle dysmorphia—a fixation on increasing muscle mass that can impair daily life.

Researchers link the trend to unrealistic body standards promoted by fitness influencers. Experts warn that supplement overuse can lead to riskier behaviors, such as steroid use.

While some supplements are safe when used properly, concerns remain about unregulated products containing harmful substances.

The study highlights the growing impact of body image pressures on mental health.

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[–] sumguyonline@lemmy.world 12 points 13 hours ago

I'm personally surprised how strong a person can get without steroids, you don't get big muscles, you get lean strong muscles. You won't look like Arnold, but you could very easily look like Lance Armstrong, and be shockingly strong.