The Claim
Protein intake is independently associated with single-nephron glomerular filtration rate, remaining statistically significant after adjustment for height, body mass index, mean arterial pressure, albumin levels, and sodium intake.
What the research says
Supports is higher
Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
These are independent scores, not a percentage. Higher-grade studies count more, so a single strong opposing study can outweigh several weaker ones.
Eating more protein is linked to how well your kidneys filter blood, even when considering other health factors like weight and blood pressure.
See the scientific wording
The association between protein intake and single-nephron glomerular filtration rate remained statistically significant (p<0.05) after adjustment for height, body mass index, mean arterial pressure, albumin levels, and sodium intake, indicating independence from these potential confounders.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Dietary Protein Intake and Single-Nephron Glomerular Filtration Rate
The study looked at how protein intake affects kidney function and found that more protein leads to higher filtration rates, even when considering other health factors, which supports the claim.
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