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- High-protein diets: Are they safe? - Mayo Clinic
Diets high in protein aren’t known to cause medical problems in healthy people But there are a wide range of these types of diets One extreme example is the carnivore diet which cuts out almost all carbohydrates in favor of animal-based foods But it is possible to have a high-protein diet that includes all the food groups
- Protein in urine (proteinuria) Causes - Mayo Clinic
Protein in urine — also called proteinuria (pro-tee-NU-ree-uh) — is an excess of bloodborne proteins in urine Protein is one of the substances measured in a lab test to analyze the contents of urine (urinalysis)
- High blood protein Causes - Mayo Clinic
What does it mean if you have high blood proteins? Learn about the role proteins play in your body and the possible causes of this blood test result
- C-reactive protein test - Mayo Clinic
C-reactive protein, also called CRP, is a protein made by the liver The level of CRP increases when there's inflammation in the body A simple blood test can check your C-reactive protein level A high-sensitivity C-reactive protein test, also called hs-CRP test, is more sensitive than a standard C
- Protein shakes: Good for weight loss? - Mayo Clinic
Makers of protein shakes may say that their products help lower body fat or promote weight loss But protein shakes aren't a magic way to lose weight Some studies find that consuming a higher than usual amount of protein in your diet may offer benefits For example, eating or drinking products that are high in protein may help you lower body fat, keep lean muscle, feel full and lose weight
- Protein in urine (proteinuria) When to see a doctor - Mayo Clinic
When to see a doctor By Mayo Clinic Staff If a urine test reveals protein in your urine, your health care provider may ask you to have more testing done Because protein in urine can be temporary, you may need to repeat a urine test first thing in the morning or a few days later You also may need to do a 24-hour urine collection for lab testing
- Protein in urine (proteinuria) Causes - Mayo Clinic
Your kidneys filter waste products from your blood while keeping what your body needs — including proteins However, some diseases and conditions allow proteins to pass through the filters of your kidneys, causing protein in urine Conditions that can cause a temporary rise in the levels of protein in urine, but don't necessarily indicate kidney damage, include:
- Nephrotic syndrome - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder that causes your body to pass too much protein in your urine Nephrotic syndrome is usually caused by damage to the clusters of small blood vessels in your kidneys that filter waste and excess water from your blood The condition causes swelling, particularly in your feet and ankles, and increases the risk of other health problems
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