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Plant-based protein intake may reduce kidney disease risk

August 1st, 2023

Plant-based diets confer various health benefits, including lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. However, the relationship between plant protein intake and the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) remains unclear.

This study led by Ga Young Heo aimed to investigate the association between plant protein intake and the development of CKD. Using the UK biobank study data, the researchers found that participants with a higher plant protein intake had a lower risk of developing CKD.

This finding suggests that a higher dietary intake of plant-based protein may be beneficial for kidney health and provide insight into dietary interventions to prevent CKD in primary care settings.

More information:
Ga Young Heo et al, Association of Plant Protein Intake With Risk of Incident CKD: A UK Biobank Study, American Journal of Kidney Diseases (2023). DOI: 10.1053/j.ajkd.2023.05.007 , doi.org/10.1053/j.ajkd.2023.05.007

Provided by National Kidney Foundation

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