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>Putting aside the issue of gluconeogenesis (the conversion of protein to
>glucose), there is some very compelling evidence that too much protein
>ain't good for the kidneys.  This is the reason for the uproar over
>high protein diets.  The ideal non-Summer paleo diet is high good fat,
>moderate protein, and low carbohydrate.  One way to accomplish this is
>to follow Rosedale's suggestion and limit yourself to three or four
>pack-of-cards-sized portions of protein a day.  I think Ray Audette was
>right when he said that muscle meats were thrown to the dogs and fat was
>eaten preferentially.
>
>

I don't think there is *any* evidence that any amount of protein that a
human being will consume under normal conditions is bad for the
kidneys.  Whether limiting protein as Rosedale suggests is a good idea
for other reasons is an open question, but I think the claim that more
protein than that is bad for the kidneys is a canard.

Todd Moody
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