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Is protein rich food injurious for heart patients? what foods are injurious for heart patients?

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Only one kind: Proteins in general are good for heart except red meat b/c it is also high in fat/cholesterol. So cut down the red meat to 3 times or less per week. Other protein like lean meats and fish are good to consume on a regular basis. Fatty food, processed food, oily food, fast food, fried food, bakeries, pastry, cakes are all bad for heart b/c they contain unhealthy fat called saturated fat.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Protein and heart: Protein itself is not injurious to hearts. However, excess protein is stressful for kidneys. Aim for 0.8 gram of protein per Kg body weight per day. Avoid saturated fats. Take in polyunsaturated fats and plant fats. Avoid sugars and refined carbohydrate foods. Stay complex with fruit and vegetables. Avoid high fructose corn syrup. Lose weight to ideal body weight with calorie reductions. Exercise.

Answered 4/11/2016

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