Protein powders are not recommended as a part of a scientific weight management programme unless an indiviual is unable to meet normal protein requirements through his/her diet. The benefits of such Protein supplements are only when optional nutrition cannot be maintained through a normal diet such as in sickness and convalescence or increased requiremnt as in pregnancy. Since recommendation is questionable,- a dosage schedule may be difficult. In pregnancy, Nutritile may be a useful supplement. It may be advisable to discuss this supplement with an orthopaedic physician or an alternative medicine practitioner.