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Are low carb diets bad for the kidneys?

By Laura Dolson, About.com

Updated: May 29, 2006

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Question: Are low carb diets bad for the kidneys?
Answer: People with kidney disease who have been instructed to eat a low-protein diet are usually advised to avoid low carb diets. However, there is absolutely no evidence that lower carbohydrate or higher protein diets CAUSE kidney problems.
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