New York – SANA
Along with carbohydrates and fat, protein is one of the main macronutrients that make up our diet. It’s also the only macronutrient that supplies us with amino acids.
When our bodies digest protein in food, it gets broken down into amino acids, which have a hand in many bodily processes, such as building and preserving muscle, making hormones, boosting the immune system and even maintaining healthy hair, skin and nails, American news network CNN reported.
But some nutrition scientists warn that thanks to social media trends, many people may be consuming too much protein.
“When you eat more protein than your body needs, your body can’t store the extra. It just gets rid of it in urine or turns it into energy or fat,” said registered dietitian Dr. Michelle Cardel, chief nutrition officer at Weight Watchers and adjunct professor at the University of Florida.
“One of the common signs is constipation,” said Dr. David Liska, chair of the Department of Colorectal Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.
“Constipation can lead to a whole slew of other complaints,” he said, adding that’s why having a diet that’s high in fiber is important. “We generally recommend about 25 to 35 grams of fiber a day for overall gut health – that should be accompanied by a lot of water intake.”
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