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a. obtain at least 30 percent of total daily caloric intake from protein.
b. take at least 10 capsules of amino acids four times per day for a month.
c. have a prolonged loading phase of creatine supplementation.
d. have a balanced diet with a large variety of nutrients from all food groups.


d

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