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What claims are made about sports supplements- and why should you be wary?

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They boost your performance, the reason you should be careful is that they are not checked by the FDA so they can be harmful at times.
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Sports supplements can have many beneficial effects on the body, but their use should be cautious because they may inhibit the absorption of some nutrients, if used incorrectly.

Step-by-step explanation:

Sports supplements have the ability to assist in increasing lean body mass, recovering bone structure and improving immunity. These supplements should only be used by those who practice physical activity regularly. When properly used, they can help to increase muscle mass because they contain the "bricks" that form the muscles.

However, the use of these supplements should be done with caution. Too many supplements can prevent the absorption of some nutrients needed by the body, as well as causing skin diseases, tooth and bone deficiency, headache, fatigue, dizziness and even intoxication.

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