What Types of Athletes May Benefit from Slightly Increased Intake

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What types of athletes may benefit from slightly increased intake of protein?

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Definitions:

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging, exercising, or other methods to prevent weight gain.

Laxatives

Substances that are used to stimulate bowel movements or alleviate constipation, often by softening the stool or increasing its bulk.

Binge Eating

A disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.

Excessively Muscular

Describes a physical state characterized by an unusually large amount of muscle mass, beyond what is considered typical or necessary.