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Episode #248: The Darkside of Protein

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Protein Intake and Blood Ammonia Levels in Liver Disease

This chapter discusses the effects of protein intake on blood ammonia levels in patients with liver disease, exploring the manifestations of high blood ammonia levels and the measurement of ammonia levels. It highlights that high protein diets do not significantly affect blood ammonia levels in individuals with normal liver function and may even be beneficial in certain liver conditions.

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