Top Signs You're Not Getting Enough Protein and How to Fix It
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While protein is essential for health and muscle maintenance, most adults already consume enough, and exceeding recommended levels—up to 2.5 grams per kilogram of body weight—generally isn't harmful for healthy individuals. However, overdoing it, especially from processed meats and fatty red meats, can increase risks of heart disease and negatively impact gut health. It's important to consider both the amount and source of protein in your diet.
Topics:health#dietary-guidelines#health-and-wellness#heart-disease#kidney-health#overconsumption#protein-intake
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