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Dpes taking protein suppliment lead to kidney problem?

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

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For healthy persons: There really is limited data to suggest high protein diets create any significant issue beyond a possible slight increase in kidney stones. In those with underlying moderate to severe kidney dysfunction, a high protein diet can worsen kidney function.

Dr Laing and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/3/2015

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