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Ep 333 - Are High-Protein Diets Really Harmless?

Iron Culture presented by MASS

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High-Protein Diets and Kidney Health

This chapter examines the Brenner hypothesis related to high-protein diets and their effects on kidney health, contrasting findings from animal studies with human research indicating generally positive outcomes for healthy individuals. It discusses the association between protein intake and kidney disease risk, while considering the complexities of dietary factors and individual health conditions. Additionally, the chapter explores the relationship between branched-chain amino acids and type 2 diabetes, challenging the notion that protein is a primary factor in diabetes risk.

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