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How safe is it to take protein shakes?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Safe unless...: Unless your kidney function is low, or you have renal tubular acidosis. Otherwise safe and healthy.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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