This Bodybuilder Mom Died After Taking Too Many Protein Supplements

A 25-year-old Australianmom of twowith a rare genetic condition has died after consuming a protein-heavy diet in preparation for an upcoming bodybuilding competition.

Last week, Perth'sSunday Timesreported that in June, bodybuilder Meegan Hefford wasfound unconsciousat her apartment and taken to the hospital. She died there three days later. In the weeks leading up to her death, Hefford had beentelling her familyshe felt "weird" and tired. Her mother attributed it to her intense workout schedule: "I said to her, I think youre doing too much at the gym, calm down, slow it down,' her moth er Michelle Whitetold theSunday Timesin a recent interview.