Too young for supplements

Dear Betsy, Hi! How are you? Thank you so much for helping all of us out here with our problems.

My query is, where can I find whey protein powder in Bahrain? I am a 16-year-old and have heard of its properties which help in bodybuilding as well as the growth of healthy hair and skin. Since this is a completely natural source of rich protein, I feel it's a great protein supplement and would like to benefit from it.

Could you please let me know where I can find a whey protein supplier in Bahrain? Thank you very much for your help. It is highly appreciated.

Bob the Builder

Dear Bob,

Yes, you can find this in Bahrain in several places according to my sources. The vitamin shop on the first floor of the Seef Mall seems the most popular place to buy it.

At your age many young men are very body conscious and impatient to develop muscle definition.

I would advise you to eat a healthy high protein diet and follow a safe and sensible training programme in the gym for the next six months before you resort to taking any supplements like whey protein.

It is important that you don't try to lift weights that are too heavy for you or in an incorrect or potentially dangerous way. Your body is still developing and so you need to be careful. It would be a good idea to have a personal trainer design a training programme for you that fits your needs and takes your age and body condition/ type into account.

You need to be patient and develop your body safely and naturally.

Exercise is great for your brain too and can help you focus on your studies and reach your potential in so many areas of your life, but don't overdo it. Keep in touch and let us know how you are doing.