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Episode #248: The Darkside of Protein
Barbell Medicine Podcast
Understanding Hyperfiltration and Kidney Function Reserve
Hyperfiltration is the initial reaction in many kidney diseases. Low protein diets are recommended for kidney disease to prevent hypofiltration. The kidney's ability to increase filtration in response to protein intake is known as the kidney function reserve, which is not a risk factor for chronic kidney disease. There are instances, such as pregnancy, where sustained hyperfiltration is not harmful to the kidney. However, some experts question whether high protein diets could lead to an increase in chronic kidney disease and investigate with data.
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