Potential Risks of eating too much Protein
Every gym rat knows
to eat protein after a workout. Most people have also heard that a high protein
and low carbohydrate diet is a good way to lose weight. But what happens if you
eat too much protein? Is it always safe?
According to an article
published by the Mayo Clinic, a high-protein diet with little carbohydrates may
help with weight loss. Additionally, if followed for six months or less, such a
diet will generally not cause harm. They warned however, that the risks of a
long-term, high-protein, low-carb diet is not adequately understood and still
being studied. There are several health problems that might arise if a
“high-protein diet is followed for an extended time:”
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If your diet greatly
restricts carbohydrates, nutritional deficiencies or insufficient fiber may
occur; causing health problems like constipation and diverticulitis. You should
keep carbohydrates that are high in fiber in your diet.
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If your diet calls
for red meat and full-fat dairy products, be alert to the risk of heart
disease. Choose your protein of choice wisely and make it lean.
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Protein metabolism requires the kidneys to do
a lot of work. Kidney function may worsen if you have kidney disease because
your body may have trouble eliminating all the waste products created by
metabolizing protein.
As
a final piece of advice the article said to, “keep in mind that weight loss may
be temporary, especially if you return to your previous way of eating.”
So
how can Kay's Naturals help you maintain a healthy diet? First, all of our
snacks and cereals are an easy way to eat healthy protein; after a workout, as
a meal replacement when you are on the move, it is even a great option for
picky toddlers. Second, the protein we provide is soy, and it is very lean, and
is not as difficult for the body to digest as red meat. So you won't have to
worry about heart disease or overworked kidneys. Finally, all of our food has
some high-fiber carbohydrates, eliminating your worries of constipation or
diverticulitis. All of this allows for a long-term diet that is healthy for
your body, as well as achievable and delicious.
At
Kay's, it is our goal to make it easy for everyone to eat well. Visit our website
to learn more about our products and begin a new, healthier, diet for you!
