Talk:Protein supplement

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[edit] Protein powder or semen

Haha, funny, redirecting this to "semen" and then reverted when it was fixed. If you want to keep this in as slang, fine, but don't have it redirect. Now everyone should be happy. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Techneaux (talk • contribs)

Well, I've only ever heard this term used to refer to "semen". The nutritional supplement is only ever called "protein powder" or other terms -- never "protein supplement". The few rubes who ever do call it this quickly learn not to make that mistake again. Ewlyahoocom 17:41, 8 March 2006 (UTC)

That must be regional. I've never heard that slang before, though I have heard things like protein splash, protein shake, and even just protein referring to "semen" (Urbandictionary.com agrees). GNC.com and numerous other websites (through a basic google search) mention "protein supplement" and, as a biochemist, I've heard the term before. Techneaux 00:24, 9 March 2006 (UTC)

Also, through a PubMed search, numerous scientific journal articles also use the term "protein supplement." I believe it is correct to have it refer to dietary supplements. I have no opinion on whether or not to leave it referring to the slang usage, as well. Techneaux 00:29, 9 March 2006 (UTC)