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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

High Protein Diets

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Alternative Names

Diet - protein; Complete protein; Incomplete protein


Side Effects

A diet high in meat could lead to high cholesterol or other diseases, such as gout. Another potential problem is that a high-protein diet may put a strain on the kidneys. Extra waste matter, which is the end product of protein metabolism, is excreted in the urine.


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Expert & Community Posts

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Answering fad diet questions: High protein/low carb diets.
By Jennifer Rackley , Health Expert

Will a high protein/low carb diet like Atkins be good for my Inflammatory Bowel Disease?A high... Read more »

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ADA: Day 5
By David Mendosa , Health Expert

...off-topic. He failed to address whether a high-protein diet was good or bad for most people with... Read more »

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Protein and Carbs
By David Mendosa , Health Expert

More protein in our diet is good for us, says one of the country's top diabetes researchers, Osama... Read more »

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Why I Low Carb
By David Mendosa , Health Expert

...run articles pro and con on the value of low-carb diets for people with diabetes. I suggested... Read more »

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Weighing In
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health Expert

...achieved in many ways. If a diabetic mother eats a diet high in carbohydrates (or even just a... Read more »

Health Guide

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Mycoplasma pneumonia
...for more serious symptoms related to mycoplasma pneumonia. Home care includes rest and a high-protein diet with adequate fluids. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) ... Read more »
Hartnup disorder
...the rash, and can sometimes treat the uncoordination and psychiatric symptoms. A high protein diet is recommended. Avoiding sun exposure by wearing protective clothing and using a... Read more »
Diet: cancer treatment
...treatment and nutrition Food Sources People with cancer frequently require a high-calorie diet to prevent weight loss. They may also need a diet that is high in protein to... Read more »
Kidney diet: dialysis patients
This article describes the diet necessary in patients with end-stage kidney disease on either hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. The diet is usually high in protein and... Read more »

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Medications

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...all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain... Read more »

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