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Kidney supplements
I am consuming too much protein
Is there any way to protect kidneys.
Like supplements or medicines for kidneys
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Dr. Harsha M V
Nephrologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi
Too much of anything is harmful likewise with protein supplements.
A person with normal functioning kidneys can consume 1-1.5g/kg body weight of protein per day. And one must try to achieve this with natural diet and those who fall short may take a scoop of good quality whey.
Beyond this we don’t have long term studies to see the effects of supplements on health.
If you have kidney disease please consult your doctor regarding supplements.
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Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan
Nephrologist/Renal Specialist
7 yrs exp
Alappuzha
No..there is no supplement which is proven to protect kidneys
Pls check ur creatinine every 3 months
If it is more than 1.2, would suggest to cut down protein intake
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