Can Protein Harm Your Kidneys and Liver? – Dr.Berg on Protein Side Effects
Summary
TLDRDr. Berg discusses the potential harm of excessive protein consumption on the kidneys and liver. He emphasizes that overly cooked protein and high intake, especially without sufficient vegetables, can strain these organs, leading to health issues like ammonia buildup and fatty liver. He recommends a moderate protein intake of 3-6 ounces per meal, depending on individual factors, and highlights the importance of stomach acidity for proper digestion. Apple cider vinegar is suggested to improve digestive acid levels, preventing indigestion and bloating.
Takeaways
- 🚫 Overconsumption of cooked protein can harm the kidneys and liver.
- 🔥 Raw or less cooked protein is easier on the liver and kidneys compared to overly cooked protein.
- 🍣 Consuming large amounts of protein, like 9-12 ounces in one meal, can strain the liver and kidneys.
- 🍚 Combining high protein intake with carbs can lead to ammonia buildup, affecting brain function and energy levels.
- 💊 Excessive protein intake can cause liver conditions like cirrhosis and fatty liver.
- 🚰 Damaged liver and kidneys can't filter waste effectively, leading to a buildup of toxins in the body.
- 🥦 Including vegetables in a high-protein diet provides a protective effect on the liver and kidneys.
- 🥗 Dr. Berg recommends consuming large quantities of vegetables, like a big bowl of salad, with meals.
- 🍽️ The recommended protein intake per meal is three to six ounces, depending on body size, activity level, and age.
- 🍋 Insufficient stomach acid can hinder protein digestion, causing issues like gas, bloating, and undigested protein.
- 🍎 Adding apple cider vinegar to meals can help improve stomach acidity and aid in protein digestion.
Q & A
Can protein consumption harm the kidneys and liver?
-Yes, protein can harm the kidneys and liver if consumed in excessive amounts, particularly if it is overly cooked.
What does 'overcooked protein' refer to in the context of the video?
-Overcooked protein refers to protein that has been cooked to an extent that it becomes harder for the liver and kidneys to process, as opposed to more raw or lightly cooked protein like sushi or rare meat.
At what protein consumption level does Dr. Berg suggest there might be strain on the liver and kidneys?
-Dr. Berg suggests that consuming 9 to 12 ounces of protein in one sitting can strain the liver and kidneys, potentially causing damage over time.
What is the recommended amount of protein per meal according to Dr. Berg?
-Dr. Berg recommends consuming three to six ounces of protein per meal, adjusting based on individual size, activity level, and age.
How can consuming too much protein along with carbohydrates affect the body?
-Consuming too much protein along with carbohydrates can lead to an accumulation of ammonia, which can affect brain clarity, energy levels, and may even cause liver conditions such as cirrhosis and fatty liver.
What happens when the liver and kidneys are damaged to the point they can't filter properly?
-When the liver and kidneys are damaged, they can't filter toxins effectively, leading to a buildup of toxic waste in the body and potentially causing various health conditions.
Why does Dr. Berg emphasize the importance of including vegetables in a high-protein diet?
-Vegetables provide a protective effect on the liver and kidneys, reducing the stress caused by a high-protein diet and helping to maintain their function.
What is the role of stomach acid in protein digestion according to the video?
-Adequate stomach acid is crucial for the digestion of protein, as it helps release enzymes from the pancreas and bile from the liver and gallbladder, ensuring full digestion and preventing issues like gas, bloating, and undigested protein.
How can one tell if they do not have enough stomach acid for protein digestion?
-Symptoms like indigestion, bloating, acid reflux, and GERD can indicate insufficient stomach acid, which may hinder proper protein digestion.
What is Dr. Berg's suggestion for improving stomach acid levels to aid in protein digestion?
-Dr. Berg suggests consuming apple cider vinegar, one to two tablespoons mixed in water with each meal, to help improve stomach acid levels and facilitate protein digestion.
Outlines
🥩 Protein Intake and Organ Health
Dr. Berg discusses the potential harm of excessive protein consumption, particularly when it comes to cooked protein. He explains that too much protein can strain the liver and kidneys, especially if it's overly cooked. He advises against consuming large amounts of protein in one sitting and suggests a range of three to six ounces per meal, adjusting for individual size, activity level, and age. Dr. Berg also emphasizes the importance of including vegetables in the diet to provide a protective effect on the liver and kidneys.
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Keywords
💡Protein
💡Kidneys
💡Liver
💡Overcooked Protein
💡Strain
💡Ammonia
💡Vegetables
💡Digestion
💡Acid Reflux
💡Apple Cider Vinegar
💡Stomach Acid
Highlights
Protein can harm your kidneys and liver if consumed in excess, especially in cooked form.
Overcooked protein is harder on the liver and kidneys compared to raw protein.
Raw protein sources like sushi or rare meat are gentler on the body than overly cooked meat.
Consuming 9-12 ounces of protein in one meal can strain the liver and kidneys, leading to damage over time.
High protein intake combined with carbs can lead to ammonia buildup, affecting brain function and energy levels.
Excessive protein consumption can cause liver cirrhosis and fatty liver.
Damaged liver and kidneys can't filter toxins effectively, leading to various health conditions.
Recommended protein intake per meal is 3-6 ounces, depending on size, activity level, and age.
Younger individuals may consume up to 8 ounces of protein per meal.
Omitting vegetables from the diet increases stress on the kidneys and liver.
Vegetables provide a protective effect on the liver and kidneys.
Large quantities of vegetables are recommended for a balanced diet.
Low stomach acid can hinder protein digestion, causing gas, bloating, and strain on the liver.
Signs of insufficient stomach acid include indigestion, bloating, acid reflux, and GERD.
Consuming apple cider vinegar can help increase stomach acid and improve protein digestion.
Acidic stomach is necessary for the release of digestive enzymes and bile.
The video concludes with a recommendation to balance protein with vegetables and maintain proper digestion.
Transcripts
hello dr. Berg here in this video I want
to answer the question can protein harm
your kidneys and liver okay so the
answer is it can if you consume too much
cooked protein now does that mean cook
protein it means overly cooked the more
raw the protein the easier it is on the
liver and kidney and I'm not saying go
to McDonald's and have a raw burger I'm
talking about maybe sushi or some type
of rare meat is better than overly
cooked meat now also when you get up
into the 9 10 to 12 ounce range that's a
lot of protein to consume in one sitting
you're going to be straining the liver
straining the kidney creating damage in
the liver over time if you consistently
do this especially if you're having
carbs to it it's going to build up
ammonia and that can affect the brain
thinking clarity affect your energy
level it could even cause cirrhosis that
scar tissue of the liver and even a
fatty liver okay and what happens when
the liver gets damaged and the kidney
gets damaged it can't filter anymore so
you would bill it a lot of toxic waste
in the body and you have all sorts of
conditions that can occur from that
alone so I recommend three to six ounces
per meal depending on your size and your
activity level and your age if you're
younger you could probably you know do
eight ounces that's not a problem the
other thing too is when you omit the
vegetables in your diet you create a lot
more stress if you're doing high-protein
on the kidney and the liver so
vegetables add a protective effect on
the liver and kidney so that's another
reason why I recommend large quantities
so like today for example I have this
huge bowl I'm going to fill it with
salad I'm going to down that thing and
I'll have some protein as well but I
have a lot of vegetables and lastly if
your stomach does not have enough acid
and it's not strong enough that's going
to create a problem with the digestion
of protein you're going to get gas
bloating undigested protein which is
more strain on the liver it takes a very
acidic stomach to even release the
enzymes from the pancreas and the bile
from the liver and gallbladder to
helpful get a full digestion
how do you know if you don't have enough
acid well if you have indigestion
bloating acid reflux GERD that means you
don't have enough acid so it's very
important to have apple cider vinegar
probably one to two tablespoons in some
water with each meal very smart idea all
right
thanks for watching
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