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Are High-Protein Diets Bad for Your Kidneys? Let’s Set the Record Straight!
The idea that high-protein diets harm kidney health is a long-standing misconception, but the evidence paints a very different picture.
Here’s what the research says:
What about those with kidney disease?
For people with chronic kidney disease, limiting protein may not always be necessary. In fact, recent studies suggest that consuming 1.4 g/kg/day can lower the risk of mortality by 27%, challenging traditional guidelines that call for strict protein restriction.
Protein isn’t just safe for most people—it’s vital for muscle health, metabolism, and overall well-being.
Reference: https://x.com/foundmyfitness/status/1866182653558608042
Are High-Protein Diets Bad for Your Kidneys? Let’s Set the Record Straight!
The idea that high-protein diets harm kidney health is a long-standing misconception, but the evidence paints a very different picture.
Here’s what the research says:
- Healthy individuals, even those with conditions like obesity or diabetes, can safely consume 3.2–4.5 g/kg/day of protein over extended periods without damaging kidney function.
- Increased kidney filtration from higher protein intake is a natural, adaptive response, not a sign of harm.
What about those with kidney disease?
For people with chronic kidney disease, limiting protein may not always be necessary. In fact, recent studies suggest that consuming 1.4 g/kg/day can lower the risk of mortality by 27%, challenging traditional guidelines that call for strict protein restriction.
Protein isn’t just safe for most people—it’s vital for muscle health, metabolism, and overall well-being.
Reference: https://x.com/foundmyfitness/status/1866182653558608042