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What would be the health benefits of reducing high protein intakes to rda amounts?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

RDA: RDAs are typically low so reducing your protein intake is not beneficial. Why would you consider doing that? If for weight loss, please see your doc instead and ask him/her about a low carb / higher protein food plan. Peace and good health.

Answered 6/7/2017

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