Today’s Solutions: February 16, 2026

Many of us consciously eat a high-protein diet, filling our grocery carts with products like protein bars and shakes. Considering that the global protein supplements market is valued at $12.4bn, it’s clear we’re buying into the idea that we need as much protein as possible. But do we really need all this protein? Some experts are saying these protein-boosted foods are a waste of money.

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