A male asked:
i there is any disadvantage of having protein powder?
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Dr. Stuart Winkler answered
48 years experience Nephrology and Dialysis
Protein powder: If you have kidney or liver disease a high protein diet can worsen your condition.
Answered on Mar 23, 2015
Dr. Thomas Namey answered
48 years experience Rheumatology
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!
Answered on Nov 28, 2017
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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered
21 years experience Geriatrics
Diet: Protein from food is best unless you are bodybuilding and require fat-free protein source.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Thomas Namey answered
48 years experience Rheumatology
There are two many?: There are two many to recommend even three or four! but there are many considerations. Stay with 100% whey protein if possible, avoid soy blends. Not ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Dustin Colegrove answered
12 years experience Internal Medicine
No: i don't believe there is an age restriction
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Dr. Dean Giannone answered
25 years experience Internal Medicine
Whey.: Irrespective of the brand, whey protein is considered a high quality supplemental protein. If you exercise, shoot for no more than one gram of protei ... Read More
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