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Livsmedelsverket advises against protein supplements for youth
The Swedish Food Agency (Livsmedelsverket) has stated that protein supplements are unnecessary for young people who maintain a varied diet. Nutritionists at the agency emphasize that while protein is essential for muscle building, an excessive focus on supplements can lead to the displacement of other vital nutrients, such as fiber, fruits, and vegetables.
According to the Swedish Sports Confederation, most athletes require between 1.2 and 2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily. The agency notes that this requirement can be met through a combination of animal and plant-based protein sources, including whole grains and legumes.
However, some industry representatives, such as Svensk Egenvård, argue that the agency's stance is oversimplified. They suggest that for highly active youth with busy schedules, protein supplements can serve as a practical and convenient complement to ensure nutritional needs are met when regular meals are difficult to time correctly.
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David Haroun · Josefin Edwall Löfvenborg · Livsmedelsverket · Riksidrottsförbundet · Svensk Egenvård
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Most athletes require between 1.2 and 2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily. www.aftonbladet.se · www.tv4.se
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A high protein intake carries the risk of displacing other essential nutrients like fiber and vegetables. www.tv4.se
- [● 2 SOURCES] Protein supplements are unnecessary for young people who consume a varied diet. www.aftonbladet.se · www.tv4.se
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Protein supplements can serve as a practical complement for active youth when regular meals are insufficient. svenskegenvard.se