The Very Real Risks of Consuming Too Much Protein

• Most Americans consume three to five times more protein than they need, along with excessive starchy carbs and not enough healthy fats
• A more ideal protein intake is likely around one-half gram of protein per pound of lean body mass, which for most is 40 to 70 grams a day. Examples are given
• Excess dietary protein can lead to elevated blood sugar, weight gain, kidney stress, leaching of bone minerals, and stimulating cancer cells
• Restricting your protein to plant-only sources may create a sulfur deficiency and potentially accelerate age-related functional decline
• Protein quality is as important as quantity; consuming a wide variety of high–quality, grass-fed animal- and organic plant-based whole foods is the best approach
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