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A member asked:
Was skinny (100lb) so i took a weight gainer for two years (14-16 y/o) gained 70 pounds with a lot of muscle. could this have harm my health/kidneys?
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Ask your doctor to : Do renal function test -BUN/CR & GFR. If normal that is good. If on a high protein diet, that's only for temporary use, not permanently. Important to hydrate and give your kidneys a break. Literally.
Answered 2/6/2016
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