Apr 25, 2025 · In general, high-protein diets help with short-term weight loss by making you feel fuller. But if you follow a high-protein diet for a long time, there are some health issues that …

Feb 14, 2022 · 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 …

Dec 24, 2025 · COVID-19 vaccines lower the risk of getting sick, seriously ill or dying from the disease. But how do the different types of COVID-19 vaccines work? Each COVID-19 vaccine …

Feb 27, 2025 · 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 …

Jan 23, 2025 · 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 …

Jul 17, 2024 · The answer depends on what type of vegetarian you are. It also depends on your level of kidney function and how much you need to limit nutrients such as protein, phosphorus …

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If you have chronic kidney disease or limited kidney function, your health care provider may suggest a kidney diet (renal diet). Foods in a kidney diet have lower amounts of sodium, …

Jun 12, 2025 · Albumin is a protein in blood. Healthy kidneys don't tend to filter it out of the blood. So there should be little to no albumin in the urine. Albumin/creatinine ratio describes how …

Aug 26, 2025 · Overview Amyloidosis (am-uh-loi-DO-sis) is a rare disease that occurs when a protein called amyloid builds up in organs. This amyloid buildup can affect the way organs …