Higher Protein Diets and Kidney Health in Older Adults
Markers of Renal Function are Unchanged in Obese Older Adults Consuming a Higher Protein, Hypocaloric Diet for 6 Months
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Higher protein intake (1.2g/kg/day) did not impair renal function despite concerns
Contradicts widespread belief that high protein diets stress kidneys, especially in older adults
Practical Takeaways
Older adults with normal kidney function may safely consume up to 1.2g protein/kg/day during weight loss
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Higher protein intake (1.2g/kg/day) did not impair renal function despite concerns
Contradicts widespread belief that high protein diets stress kidneys, especially in older adults
Practical Takeaways
Older adults with normal kidney function may safely consume up to 1.2g protein/kg/day during weight loss
Publication
Journal
The FASEB Journal
Year
2017
Authors
K. Starr, S. McDonald, M. Orenduff, Aubrey K Jarman, R. Sloane, C. Pieper, C. Bales
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Claims (3)
Eating a lot of protein might put extra strain on your kidneys, which could be harmful over time.
Older adults who are obese can lose a good amount of weight by eating fewer calories with different protein amounts, and it doesn't hurt their kidneys.
For overweight older people with normal kidney function, eating a low-calorie diet with more protein for six months doesn't harm their kidneys, compared to eating less protein.