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Consuming a high protein diet? Know the side effects of following this eating habit

Too much of anything is not good and that holds true for proteins as well. Consuming high amounts of proteins can affect your health and therefore, you should always keep a check on the amount of proteins that you’re consuming.

TN Digital

Updated Oct 3, 2022, 13:32 IST

Eating an excess amount of protein can cause weight gain because the extra protein gets stored in the body as fats which eventually leads to weight gain.

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New Delhi: Proteins are an important part of an individual’s diet and should be a compulsory part of every meal. Proteins help in muscle building and also aid in enzyme reactions in the body. Proteins are also consumed by a lot of people who workout and want to build lean muscles. Consuming enough proteins can help with weight loss as they help to keep you full for longer which eventually prevents binge-eating.

However, too much of anything is not good and that holds true for proteins as well. Consuming high amounts of proteins can affect your health and therefore, you should always keep a check on the amount of proteins that you’re consuming. Too much of proteins can be harmful for your health. Here take a look at how proteins affect your health.

It can lead to a deficiency of nutrition: When your meals aren’t balanced and they don’t have all the necessary micronutrients, it can lead to a deficiency in nutrition which can strain the body.
It can cause weight gain: Eating an excess amount of protein can cause weight gain because the extra protein gets stored in the body as fats which eventually leads to weight gain.
It can cause dehydration: When you eat too much protein, the kidneys need to work harder to remove it through urine and that makes you thirsty. And in this way, your body loses minerals such as sodium, potassium and others. This eventually causes dehydration and leads to electrolyte imbalance.
It can lead to bowel problems: Proteins don’t have fibre present in them and this can be difficult for your stomach to digest. This eventually leads to constipation and other issues related to the digestive system.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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