protein supplementation
nounUK /ˈprəʊ.tiːn ˌsʌp.lɪˈmen.teɪ.ʃən/
US /ˈproʊ.tiːn ˌsʌp.ləˈmen.teɪ.ʃən/
Protein supplementation means adding extra protein to your food or drinks to help your body grow strong.
The athlete used protein supplementation after workouts to help his muscles recover.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The practice of taking protein shakes or bars as part of a fitness routine.
Her protein supplementation includes a shake after every morning run.
3. Adding protein-rich ingredients to a diet to meet nutritional needs.
Doctors recommended protein supplementation for the elderly patient who had trouble eating enough meat.
4. The use of protein-based products to support muscle growth in bodybuilding.
Protein supplementation is common among bodybuilders preparing for competitions.