OVER EATING OF MEAT CAN CAUSE KIDNEY FAILURE

Red meat, such as beef, lamb, and pork, can be included as part of a healthy diet.
But, as with many dietary components, it is best to limit the amount consumed.


An increasing number of people are developing chronic kidney disease (CKD); globally, an estimated 500 million people have CKD. Many patients with CKD go on to develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD). This is a serious condition that requires kidney dialysis or transplant.


Currently, a reduced protein intake is suggested to patients with CKD to slow the progression to ESRD. However, the role of different protein sources in the development of ESRD has not been investigated previously.

The researchers estimate that replacing one serving of red meat per week with a different protein source reduces the risk of developing ESRD by up to 62 percent.