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I there is any disadvantage of having protein powder?

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Dr. Stuart Winkleranswered

Internal Medicine - Nephrology & Dialysis 49 years experience

Protein powder: If you have kidney or liver disease a high protein diet can worsen your condition.

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Dr. Thomas Nameyanswered

Rheumatology 49 years experience

No!: Unless kidney or liver disease is present. No one should ingest more than 2 grams of protein for every 2.2 lbs of weight!

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